Well-known Eurosport commentator (52) dies after bull-running accident

Di Grazia died on Tuesday, two days after being injured in an accident during a bull-running event. The Frenchman joined Eurosport in 1999 and served as the Tour de France commentator in France for 25 years before leaving the channel last summer, following reports of inappropriate behavior.

“We are saddened to learn of Guillaume's passing,” said his former employer, for whom he also reported on other sports. “Guillaume was a member of the Eurosport editorial team for 26 years and was a unique, visionary, and passionate journalist who left a lasting mark on the history of the channel.”

“His enthusiasm, style, and passion for the microphone left a lasting impression on cycling fans. At times, he was even as popular as the riders on the road in the Tour de France,” Eurosport continued.

“As editor-in-chief and later editorial director, he was committed to discovering new voices and new talent, particularly female talent. Many benefited from his advice and kindness, combined with his consistently high standards.”

“Guigui,” as he was known in the newsroom, was above all a colorful character, and not just because of his strangely colored eyes, which made him so special. Guillaume was proud of his roots in Montpellier and the south where he was born,“ the channel said. ”Guillaume loved sports and his work.“

”He loved life and his friends, and above all, he cherished his daughter Marine and his mother. Our thoughts are with his loved ones and all who loved him," Eurosport concluded.