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Tribute to David Ashdown: Legendary Sports Photographer Passes Away

1/1/2026

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David Ashdown, former chief sports photographer for The Independent, died December 23, 2025, at age 75.
He began his career in 1968 and joined The Independent at its 1986 launch as chief photographer.
Ashdown covered eight Olympic Games and 40 Wimbledon Championships, earning European Sports Photographer of the Year in 1993.
Geordie Greig credited him with skill and dignity and said his work left a lasting impact on The Independent.

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David Ashdown, former chief sports photographer for The Independent, died December 23, 2025, at age 75.
He began his career in 1968 and joined The Independent at its 1986 launch as chief photographer.
Ashdown covered eight Olympic Games and 40 Wimbledon Championships, earning European Sports Photographer of the Year in 1993.
Geordie Greig credited him with skill and dignity and said his work left a lasting impact on The Independent.