Ray Gravell honoured with induction into Welsh Sports Hall of Fame
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 3:23 AM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Ray Gravell, the former Wales and Lions rugby centre, is to be inducted into the Welsh Sports Hall of Fame during a ceremony in Saundersfoot. Gravell, who passed away in 2007, won 23 caps for Wales and was a vital part of the successful teams in the 1970s and 1980s. His family will accept the award on his behalf, and former teammates will attend the event. Alongside Gravell, other figures being honoured include Ian Walsh and Simon Davies. The induction aims to recognize Gravell's contributions and legacy in Welsh rugby.
- •Ray Gravell to be inducted into Welsh Sports Hall of Fame.
- •Ceremony scheduled in Saundersfoot on July 3, 2026.
- •Gravell won 23 caps for Wales and played for the Lions.
- •His family will receive the award in his memory.
- •Other honorees include former footballers Ian Walsh and Simon Davies.
- 3:23 AMYahoo Sports — Welsh Sports Hall of Fame to honour rugby great Gravell
- 3:23 AMBBC Sport — Welsh Sports Hall of Fame to honour rugby great Gravell
"Former Wales and Lions centre Ray Gravell to be inducted into Welsh Sports Hall of Fame.
"Former Wales and Lions centre Ray Gravell to be inducted into Welsh Sports Hall of Fame.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJul 3, 2026, 3:23 AMWelsh Sports Hall of Fame to honour rugby great Gravell
Former Wales and Lions centre Ray Gravell to be inducted into Welsh Sports Hall of Fame.
- BBC SportJul 3, 2026, 3:23 AMWelsh Sports Hall of Fame to honour rugby great Gravell
Former Wales and Lions centre Ray Gravell to be inducted into Welsh Sports Hall of Fame.
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