Veteran Racing Journalist Ken Oliver Dies at 86

Ken Oliver, a highly respected figure in racing journalism, has passed away at the age of 86. Oliver served as the racing editor for The Guardian for many years, retiring in 2004 after a distinguished career that spanned numerous publications.

His extensive experience included roles at the London Evening News, Sporting Life, The Sun, and the London Daily News. He also contributed to the Sunday People under the pseudonym 'Larry Lynx' and edited Ruff's Guide to the Turf. Colleagues remember Oliver for his encyclopedic knowledge of horse racing, his calm demeanor, and his camaraderie.