Whilst working at a golf event some time ago I was fortunate to get close enough to Seve to ask for an autograph. I only had a till receipt in my pocket and asked him to sign the back of it, he did it no problem and he joked that I was getting him to pay my bill.
The man is a true legend and he's legacy will last forever.
Such charisma you couldn't take your eyes off him, either on or off the course, and it has been so gut wrenching to watch his physical decline over the last few years.
Without doubt I'd never have played the game without seeing Seve on the telly. A gifted genius, a maverick, a swashbuckler, a hero, an icon, a man of the people and in my eyes THE best golfer ever
It's not often I get all emotional about the passing of a celebrity or famous sportsman, but there have been tears today. A bona fide hero and truly a great man. He will be sorely missed. :'(