Prince Philip: Sporting world pays tribute to Duke of Edinburgh

Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur players take part in a two-minute silnmce to remember the Duke of Edinburgh

The sporting world has paid tribute to Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, who has died aged 99.

Flags were flown at half-mast at a number of venues, including Wembley Stadium in London.

There was a minute's silence before all Premier League matches this weekend and players wore black armbands.

Buckingham Palace said the Duke of Edinburgh had "passed away peacefully" at Windsor Castle on Friday morning.

A tribute to Prince Philip at Aintree Racecourse

The famous Grand National horse racing event went ahead at Aintree on Saturday, with a two-minute silence to be held on the course.

The Football Association - who are in charge of football in England - said it had sent its "deepest condolences" to the Queen and the Duke of Cambridge, who is Prince Philip's grandson and the FA's current president.

England and France players held a minute's silence before their friendly on Friday and wore black armbands

The All England Lawn Tennis Club, which is the home of the famous Wimbledon tennis tournament, said: "The Duke's commitment to a life of service which lasted more than six decades is an extraordinary legacy. We hope that during this time of sadness, Her Majesty will take comfort in the high esteem and deep respect in which the Duke was held."

British Rowing athletes wore black ribbons at the ongoing European Championships, while there was a silent tribute at Friday night's session at the British Para-swimming International Meet in Sheffield.

Leicester Tigers and Newcastle Falcons players paid their respects at Welford Road before Saturday's European Challenge Cup quarter-final

The Rugby Football League paid tribute to the Duke, stating: "As a sport, we will stand in tribute and reflection at our Challenge Cup matches this weekend to mark the life of the Duke of Edinburgh, whose life was a model of dedication to public service."