The article reflects on Alan Yentob's surprising connection to sports, particularly his deep-rooted memories as a Manchester United fan during his childhood. He expressed appreciation for a film commemorating the Munich air disaster, which claimed the lives of several players from the team. Yentob fondly recalls attending matches at Old Trafford and his emotional experience watching tennis with his dying father, emphasizing how significant sports memories can be amid personal challenges. This sheds light on his lesser-known sports enthusiasm and connection to significant events in sports history.
Alan had also liked the film, saying it was good to see the BBC treating the subject with due respect. He saw the famous Busby Babes, many of whom died at Munich.
Alan watched tennis from Wimbledon on TV with his father, when both knew that the latter was dying.
At the end of the meeting Alan came over to me. He said he lived in Manchester as a boy and regularly went to see United at Old Trafford.
He noted that the sound of Old Trafford was extraordinary.
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