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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Simon Burnton

Graham Thorpe ‘seriously ill’ and receiving treatment in hospital

Graham Thorpe was an England assistant coach but was sacked after the Ashes tour.
Graham Thorpe was an England assistant coach but was sacked after the Ashes tour. Photograph: David Gray/AFP/Getty Images

The former Surrey and England cricketer Graham Thorpe, 52, is seriously ill in hospital, according to a statement issued by the Professional Cricketers’ Association at the request of his family.

“Graham Thorpe has recently fallen seriously ill and is currently in hospital receiving treatment,” the PCA said. “His prognosis is unclear at this stage and we ask for privacy for him and his family at this time. Our thoughts are with Graham and his family.”

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