David Beckham leads sporting tributes to Queen Elizabeth II on day of state funeral – ‘Our Queen is home’

Players and athletes past and present, including David Beckham and Tyson Fury, have joined sports clubs and associations to pay tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the day of her funeral.

The Queen, who ruled for longer than any Monarch in British history, passed away at her residence in Balmoral, on Thursday, September 8 at the age of 96.

Her funeral took place at Westminster Abbey on Monday, September 19, followed by a committal service at St George’s Chapel, Windsor.

SPORTS STARS PAY THEIR TRIBUTES

Beckham, who queued for 13 hours to see the Queen lying-in-state prior to the funeral, wrote a message on Instagram which read: “Our Queen is home.

“Today we said a final farewell to Her Majesty The Queen. This week the world has mourned the loss of a unique, inspirational and caring leader.

“People from all walks of life came together in their thousands to show gratitude for our beloved Queen.

“Alongside the incredible ceremony and tradition we have watched a loving family grieve for a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother with dignity and dedication.

“Her legacy of service and devotion to duty will endure. Long live the King.”

Boxer Fury was another to post, writing: “I’ve been off social media for the last 10 days mourning in respect for our Queen who’s died.

“I hope the funeral goes well, condolences to the full family and may she rest in heaven for eternity.”

Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah shared his thoughts, commenting: “Today, the people of Great Britain and the world pay tribute and bid a final farewell to her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, commemorating her legacy and unwavering service.

“My thoughts are with the Royal Family on this historic and emotional day.”

“Always in my upbringing and as I grew up she was there, she was the ultimate.

“She was this magnificent person and you really did bow down in deference and appreciation of her.”