A coroner said that "during a period of horseplay" with a friend and his brother-in-law Mr Whittingham "appears to have lost his balance and gone through or caused to open the fire door, fallen, and his head has come into contact with the steps. Midfielder Peter Whittingham, 35, who played for the club. I just know he had hit his head on the small step on the stairs.. "They are at the forefront of our thoughts and, on their behalf, we ask for their privacy to be respected at this unfathomably cruel and difficult time. Former Blackburn Rovers midfielder Peter Whittingham tragically died after falling through a pub fire door and hitting his head, an inquest heard. Im proud to have played alongside you and will always remember the young vs old games and you just running the show. Peter was a fantastic footballer and an incredible human being. 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He said: "I walked over to him to offer my hand, thinking he would just take it and I would help him back up to his feet. Cardiff City legend Peter Whittingham tragically died after falling through a pub fire door and hitting his head, an inquest heard. "I can also confirm I cannot remember seeing Pete fall, and only remember seeing him laying on the ground.". The hearing was told how Whittingham had been on an all-day drinking session while watching Wales vs. England in the Six Nations. The former England Under-21 international made 459 appearances and scored 98 goals for Cardiff before finishing his career at Blackburn in 2018. Sign up to the CardiffOnline newsletter to receive our top stories straight to your inbox. Former Aston Villa star Peter Whittingham tragically died after falling through a pub fire door and hitting his head, an inquest heard.. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Medical evidence is now being heard at the inquest. He added that Mr Whittingham was not a smoker. He made 16 appearances for Englands Under-21 team in that time, scoring three goals, while featuring in Villas Premier League side. Taylor said he recalled people wanting to take photographs with Whittingham in the pub corridor, which led to steps taking guests to an external smoking area, but also said he had no memory of play fighting or Whittingham falling before he noticed him on the ground. THE midfielder was rushed to hospital after an incident on Saturday March 7. I just know he had hit his head on the small step on the stairs., He added: I was the first person there and offered him my hand thinking he would just take it and he would get up on his feet. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Nobody did it better. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. She said she woke at around midnight to find her mum banging on her door. Ex-Cardiff City ace Peter Whittingham, 35, suffered a serious head injury after tumbling down stairs leading to a beer garden in Barry, South Wales in March last year. Thoughts go out to his family. The former Aston Villa and Blackburn Rovers player, who represented England at under-21 level, enjoyed a successful 10-year spell in the Welsh capital, notching 96 goals in 457 matches for Cardiff between 2007 and 2017. CARDIFF legend Peter Whittingham has died at the age of 35 following an accidental fall in a pub. Whittingham, 35, suffered a traumatic head injury at the Park Hotel pub in Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, on March 7, 2020, and died in hospital 11 days later after failing to regain consciousness. His retirement came about in 2018 after a spell with Blackburn Rovers. The former footballer had been out to watch the Six Nations rugby match between England and Wales when he fell and was injured at the Park Hotel. He told the inquest: "I don't know if there was some sort of horse play but the next thing, I remember was that he fell but I don't know how he got there or how he had fallen. "We are heartbroken. Peter Whittingham underwent an emergency operation after the incident to relieve pressure on his brain and was later sent to the intensive care unit. "A 35-year-old man from Penarth suffered a head injury as a result of a fall and remains at the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. He was rushed to hospital but failed to regain consciousness, sadly passing away 11 days later. A subscription makes a thoughtful gift for both family and friends. Around 3pm that afternoon they left to go to Barry together. She recalled he hadnt eaten since breakfast. RIP". Mr Hughes explains that an inquest is a fact-finding inquiry and that a number of witness statements will be read at todays hearing. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Former Cardiff midfielder Peter Whittingham dies aged 35, Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. Mr Williams said it showed a play fight and them messing around with Mr Whittingham. Often families do not wish to speak to the press and of course that decision has to be respected. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. He was taken to the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff but his condition deteriorated and he died on 18 March. dead at 35. Updated See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. She said she woke at around midnight to find her mum banging on her door. Mr Lewis said he then went to watch the CCTV, describing seeing horse play, and said he felt satisfied there was no fight or any act of aggression. One wrote on Twitter: "Incredibly sad news. 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Our love goes out to his wife Amanda, their young son and family. We love you Pete and your memory will eternally stay with us., Were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Peter Whittingham, who made 17 appearances for our Under-21s between 2004 and 2007.Our thoughts are with his friends and family at this difficult time. He made more than 450 appearances for Cardiff before finishing his career at Blackburn in 2018. 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After being transferred to hospital and undergoing an operation Mr Hughes said his condition deteriorated and Mr Whittingham later died in hospital. The Cardiff favourite retired from the pro game in 2017 after an impressive career that also included spells at Aston Villa and Blackburn Rovers. Whittingham fell down the stairs at a pub in Barry on March 7, 2020. Abbey Clancy and her husband Peter Crouched discussed renewing their wedding vows as they appeared on The Jonathan Ross Show on Friday.. A truly wonderful player, I was lucky to have spent my time on the grass with you and part of my life enjoying your dry humour. In her statement, made on July 1 last year, she said the couple met on a night out in Cardiff around 12 years ago. It was an act of madness but it somehow worked out. Footballer Peter Whittingham fell and died after 'play fight', inquest told Former Cardiff midfielder fell down stairs at a pub last March Inquest hears he was drinking with brother-in-law. Mr Whittingham then leaves the shot and a second or two later people rush to his aid. Reaching a verdict of accidental death, Coroner Graeme Hughes said: On March 7, 2020, he attended a pub in Barry with friends and relatives. ", talkSPORT correspondent Laurence Mora pays tribute to Cardiff City legend Peter Whittingham, Peter Whittingham, bottom right, was capped 17 times at England U21 level, The left-footer became a set-piece specialist during his fine career. Meanwhile, Cardiff released a statement, reading: It is with an immeasurable amount of sorrow that we must inform supporters that Peter Whittingham has passed away at the age of 35. He was living in Dinas Powys, Vale of Glamorgan, with Amanda and his young son when he died. View our online Press Pack. The dad-of-two fell down a flight of stairs at a pub in Barry on March 7 - the day of England's Six Nations clash with Wales - and was left with devastating head injuries. The Cardiff City legend, 35,. A club statement read: "It is with an immeasurable amount of sorrow that we must inform supporters that Peter Whittingham has passed away at the age of 35. BA1 1UA. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Peter Whittingham is critical in hospital, say police, Peter Whittingham is said to have suffered an accidental fall at a pub, Peter Whittingham's greatest goals for Cardiff City, Whittingham spent the best part of his career at Cardiff, The midfielder enjoyed a highly successful playing career, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Visit our corporate site (opens in new tab). "I walked over to him to offer my hand, thinking he would just take it and I would help him back up to his feet. 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Former Cardiff City midfielder Peter Whittingham has died aged 35. Whittingham's wife and mother to their two young boys, Amanda Whittingham, told the hearing he left their home around 3pm without eating since breakfast as he was in a "rush" to catch the game. More info. He said: I dont know if there was some sort of horse play but the next thing I remember was that he fell but I don't know how he got there or how he had fallen. He made over 450 appearances and scored 98 goals in 10 years at Cardiff before finishing his career at Blackburn in 2018. He said they had between six and 10 pints and a round of shots at the pub, adding: All of us were pretty drunk at that point.". Young guy's life taken so quickly after a freak accident. My kids need me.I've got a three year old who is a little whirlwind most of the time, but when I've had a seizure, he sits beside me and he calms down. In his 10 years at the club, Whittingham became a firm fan favorite, making 456 appearances and scored 96 goals including 25 goals in one season from midfield. She said: I hope [our children] will be proud and comforted by their daddy's life and not overshadowed by details we are about to hear about his cruel death.. He said: During a period of horseplay with a friend and a relative he appeared to have lost his balance, travelled through or caused to open the fire door, fallen, and as he did so his head has come into contact with the steps. An inquest heard former Cardiff City footballer Peter Whittingham died in a tragic accident after falling on some stairs leading to a beer garden. He said: "During a period of horseplay with a friend and a relative he appeared to have lost his balance, travelled through or caused to open the fire door, fallen, and as he did so his head has come into contact with the steps. In a statement shortly after the incident Mr Williams said: I have no idea what happened to Peter. You can also subscribe to tailored content for Swansea, Newport, rugby, Cardiff City FC, Swansea City FC and more. Nobody did it better. Didnt know him personally but have the biggest respect for his footballing ability and that wand of a left foot which scored so many free kicks which I absolutely loved watching. Thank you for signing up to Four Four Two. Thoughts go to all the family, friends and club in this difficult time. Former Premier League footballer Peter Whittingham has died at age 35 nearly two weeks after sustaining a head injury in an accidental fall at a pub, according to South Wales police. I really cannot remember anything much of what happened.. He was taken to Cardiff's University Hospital of Wales and placed on life support but later died. She adds they married in 2015. Mr Lewis said he went to the area and saw someone lying on the floor before calling the emergency services. The Bluebirds icon was rushed to hospital after an incident on Saturday March 7. Whittingham had been at the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff since the accident nearly two weeks ago. A statement by Nicholas Davison, a friend of Peter Whittingham and his brother-in-law Robert Williams, said that the trio were in a round together while at the pub. Thoughts go out to his family.". Ryan Taylor, who was out drinking with Mr Williams and Mr Whittingham at the time, said in a statement: I dont know if there was some sort of horse play but the next thing I remember was that he fell but I don't know how he got there or how he had fallen. By March 17 he had been off sedative drugs for a number of days but neurological recovery remained poor. An ex-Cardiff City player hit his head and died after falling down stairs at a pub in a pretend fight with friends, an inquest heard. ", Another commented: "Sending love and best wishes to Peter's family and to all of you that enjoyed watching him play.". Robert Williams, Mr Whittingham's brother-in-law, told Pontypridd Coroner's Court they had been drinking lager, bitter and tequila through the afternoon and evening along with friend Ryan Taylor, and the evening was a "blackout" in his memory. "Then, as a professional footballer - as a Bluebird - he excelled with talent, ease, grace and humility. Peter Whittingham hit his head and tragically died after falling down a flight of stairs at a pub in a drunken 'play fight' with friends, an inquest heard. Read about our approach to external linking. He won his first of 17 England under-21 caps in 2004 prior to loan spells at Burnley and Derby County, but it was at Cardiff where he really hit his stride following a move to the Welsh capital in 2007. Nicholas Davison, a friend of Whittingham and his brother-in-law Robert Williams, said the group were in a round of drinks and drank "between six and 10 pints" and had a "round of shots" at The Park pub. England and Wales company registration number 2008885. "The loss of Peter will be painfully felt by our city, supporters and indeed all who ever had the pleasure of knowing him. She was told he had sustained a bleed to the brain and needed an operation. Over the course of the afternoon/evening he has consumed a quantity of alcohol that has likely impacted his demeanour and steadiness. He made a second statement after police showed him CCTV from the pub's corridor, in which he confirmed he is seen "messing about with Pete and Ryan" but still had no memory of the incident. 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She said on the morning on the day of the incident that led to his death the had been out for a walk before her husband went out with her brother Robert Williams in Barry. We are heartbroken. A tribute to Peter Whittingham at Cardiff City Stadium last June. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family, rest in peace Whitts was too young, Whittingham played under current Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in 2014, and the Norwegian called him an incredible human being.. 2023 BBC. But his real success came after transferring to Welsh side Cardiff City for 350,000 ($412,000) in 2007, according to the BBC. Cardiff City legend Peter Whittingham tragically died after falling through a pub fire door and hitting his head, an inquest heard. She is expecting their second child. "The news of Peter's sudden and untimely passing has shaken us to our very foundation. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. There's an 'unsubscribe' button at the bottom of every newsletter we send out. Then, as a professional footballer as a Bluebird he excelled with talent, ease, grace and humility. Inquest into Whittingham death to be held, China looks at reforms to deepen Xi's control, Saving Private Ryan actor Tom Sizemore dies at 61, Alex Murdaugh's legal troubles are far from over, 'The nurses wanted me to feel guilty about my abortion, From Afghan TV fame to a US factory floor. First and foremost, Peter was a family man - and somebody who could light up a room with his sense of humour, warmth and personality. The loss of Peter will be painfully felt by our city, supporters and indeed all who ever had the pleasure of knowing him. Visit CNN.com/sport for more news, features, and videos. An ex-Cardiff City player hit his head and died after falling down stairs at a pub in a pretend fight with friends, an inquest heard. I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Peter Whittingham, said Solskjaer, who was Cardiff manager in 2014. First and foremost, Peter was a family man and somebody who could light up a room with his sense of humour, warmth and personality. Peter Whittingham suffered a traumatic head injury at the Park Hotel pub on March 7, 2020; he died in hospital 11 days later after failing to regain consciousness; the coroner recorded a conclusion of accidental death. But a police statement claimed that it appeared to have been an accident, with no confirmation over any arrests. Inquests can often prompt a wider discussion on serious issues, the most recent of these being mental health and suicide. Whittingham began his career at his boyhood club Aston Villa and had loan spells at Burnley and Derby before joining Cardiff in 2007.

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