Anthony Hughes dead aged 63: Welsh performance manager who brought through Team GB Paralympic icons dies unexpectedly

PARALYMPIC athlete and performance manager Anthony Hughes MBE has died unexpectedly aged 63. The Welshman competed at the 1992 Paralympics in Barcelona for the shot put and the javelin. 1 Legendary Paralympic athlete and coach Anthony Hughes, right, passed away aged 63 Credit: Getty He also won World Championships silver for the shot in 1994 held the world record. Hughes transitioned into performance management in 1999 after retiring and was a key figure in advancing Welsh inclusive and Para-sport with his role at Disability Sport Wales. The organisation confirmed he suddenly sadly passed away on December 30. Disability Sport Wales… Read Full Article