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BBC legend has to fight back tears on air as he pays tribute to Scott Hastings
- Scotland rugby great Scott Hastings has died at 61 after a fight with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
- BBC colleague Brian Moore paid a heartfelt on-air tribute during a live Lions-era broadcast.
- Moore recalled Hastings as a partner on Lions tours and praised his integrity and effort.
- Hastings’ rugby legacy includes the 1989 Lions tour and the 1990 Grand Slam with Scotland.
- Scott Hastings’ passing drew tributes from Gregor Townsend, John Swinney, and Hastings’ former club Watsonians.
- Moore’s tribute contrasted Hastings’ on-field partnership with Jeremy Guscott and their effort under pressure.
- The report notes Hastings was popular for both his playing and his commentary work.
- Social media reactions highlighted Moore’s moving tribute as the rugby world mourns Hastings.
- Hastings is described as the brother of Gavin Hastings and uncle to current international Adam Hastings.
- The piece ties Hastings’ death to the emotional BBC coverage and the rugby community’s response.
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