- Bobby George: Fordham ‘was a gentle giant and loved by all’
- Fan favourite known as ‘The Viking’ won world title in 2004
Tributes have been paid to Andy Fordham, the popular darts player and 2004 BDO world champion, who has died at the age of 59.
“Just heard the devastating news that Andy Fordham has passed away,” former darts player Bobby George wrote on Twitter. “He was a gentle giant and loved by all. Our condolences go out to his wife Jenny, family and friends. RIP Andy Fordham, the Viking.”