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BBC News
a day ago
- General
- BBC News
Aziz Ziriat: Family 'heartbroken' after his body is found in Dolomites
The family of a London hiker who died on an Italian mountain range have said they are "heartbroken" after his body was discovered on Ziriat, 36, went missing while hiking in the Dolomites with his friend Sam Harris on New Year's remains were found by a specialist search team lying in a rocky crevice about 400m (1,300ft) below where Mr Harris's body was discovered almost five months Ziriat's family said: "Whilst we are relieved to have finally found him, there are no words to describe how heartbroken we are to lose our beloved Aziz." The family said the past few months had been "incredibly difficult for everyone who knew and loved him"."But we have been comforted by the overwhelming love we have received - we will be eternally grateful for everyone's support," they added. They also expressed "heartfelt thanks and deepest gratitude" to the alpine rescue team, the firefighters, police and volunteers who had "all worked tirelessly, in challenging and dangerous conditions" to find his family added: "Being with Aziz was to witness his deep connection with and appreciation of life. "He lived every moment with optimism, good humour and humility; he was, and still is, loved by so many." 'An incredible person' Mr Harris's body was discovered on 8 January. The friends had not been heard from since 1 January and they did not check in for their flight home on 6 last known location was near a mountain hut called Casina Dosson, close to the town of Tione Di Trento, near Riva Del Garda on Lake Ziriat's body was found on Saturday in the Passo di Conca area by specialist search teams including a canine unit, Trentino Alpine and Speleological Rescue confirmed.A spokesman said the rescuers "lowered themselves down the wall below the base of the slope, where the dog finally signalled the missing man's body in a rocky crevice, where it had been covered by snow".The Palace for Life Foundation - the official charity of Crystal Palace Football Club where Mr Ziriat worked - said they were "deeply saddened" by the news. In a statement the charity said: "Aziz was an incredible person with an infectious love for life. Throughout his time here Aziz formed close friendships throughout the local community. "He was a compassionate, kind and generous individual who brought warmth and positivity to everybody met. He is deeply missed by all of us here at Palace."
Fox Sports
2 days ago
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Sam Harris' 2-run single in the 8th leads Duke past Oklahoma State 3-2 in the Athens Regional final
Associated Press ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Sam Harris singled up the middle to score runners from first and second in a three-run eighth inning and Duke rallied past Oklahoma State 3-2 on Sunday night to win the Athens Regional. Duke (40-19) is headed to the super regionals for the fourth time in program history. The Blue Devils trailed 2-0 heading into the eighth before AJ Gracia hammered a 422-foot shot over the wall in left-center field for his 14th homer of the season. Reid Easterly (9-2) retired all six batters he faced in the final two innings, including two strikeouts, to pick up the win. Oklahoma State (30-25) started freshman Noah Wech, who struck out five in six innings while only allowing five hits. Ryan Ure (2-5) took the loss. Kollin Ritchie highlighted the fourth inning. First, he homered for the fifth time in the regional to give Oklahoma State a 2-0 lead with a shot off the light pole in right field. Then Ritchie made a leaping grab over the center-field wall to take away a home run by Tyler Albright. ___ AP sports: recommended in this topic
Washington Post
2 days ago
- General
- Washington Post
Sam Harris' 2-run single in the 8th leads Duke past Oklahoma State 3-2 in the Athens Regional final
ATHENS, Ga. — Sam Harris singled up the middle to score runners from first and second in a three-run eighth inning and Duke rallied past Oklahoma State 3-2 on Sunday night to win the Athens Regional. Duke (40-19) is headed to the super regionals for the fourth time in program history.
Winnipeg Free Press
2 days ago
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Sam Harris' 2-run single in the 8th leads Duke past Oklahoma State 3-2 in the Athens Regional final
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Sam Harris singled up the middle to score runners from first and second in a three-run eighth inning and Duke rallied past Oklahoma State 3-2 on Sunday night to win the Athens Regional. Duke (40-19) is headed to the super regionals for the fourth time in program history. The Blue Devils trailed 2-0 heading into the eighth before AJ Gracia hammered a 422-foot shot over the wall in left-center field for his 14th homer of the season. Reid Easterly (9-2) retired all six batters he faced in the final two innings, including two strikeouts, to pick up the win. Oklahoma State (30-25) started freshman Noah Wech, who struck out five in six innings while only allowing five hits. Ryan Ure (2-5) took the loss. Kollin Ritchie highlighted the fourth inning. First, he homered for the fifth time in the regional to give Oklahoma State a 2-0 lead with a shot off the light pole in right field. Then Ritchie made a leaping grab over the center-field wall to take away a home run by Tyler Albright. ___ AP sports:
Associated Press
2 days ago
- General
- Associated Press
Sam Harris' 2-run single in the 8th leads Duke past Oklahoma State 3-2 in the Athens Regional final
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Sam Harris singled up the middle to score runners from first and second in a three-run eighth inning and Duke rallied past Oklahoma State 3-2 on Sunday night to win the Athens Regional. Duke (40-19) is headed to the super regionals for the fourth time in program history. The Blue Devils trailed 2-0 heading into the eighth before AJ Gracia hammered a 422-foot shot over the wall in left-center field for his 14th homer of the season. Reid Easterly (9-2) retired all six batters he faced in the final two innings, including two strikeouts, to pick up the win. Oklahoma State (30-25) started freshman Noah Wech, who struck out five in six innings while only allowing five hits. Ryan Ure (2-5) took the loss. Kollin Ritchie highlighted the fourth inning. First, he homered for the fifth time in the regional to give Oklahoma State a 2-0 lead with a shot off the light pole in right field. Then Ritchie made a leaping grab over the center-field wall to take away a home run by Tyler Albright. ___ AP sports:
