Lineker’s first reaction after being rehired by the BBC – ‘We remain generous’

THE Gary Lineker… he won and now belongs to his potential again BBC. The commentator, now, of English football matches and presenter of one of the most famous sports shows of the British television network commented – with a series of tweets – on re-employment of. In them, he emphasizes the great support he had from many people in sports and not, from many of his colleagues on the show and concludes…

“We remain a country of mostly tolerant, hospitable and generous people”…



It details…

“After a few surreal days, I’m glad we navigated it. I want to thank you all for your incredible support, especially my colleagues at BBC Sport, for the remarkable show of solidarity. Football is a team game but their support was overwhelming. 1/4

We remain a country of mostly tolerant, hospitable and generous people. Thanks 4/4″

After a surreal few days, I’m delighted that we have navigated a way through this. I want to thank you all for the incredible support, particularly my colleagues at BBC Sport, for the remarkable show of solidarity. Football is a team game but their backing was overwhelming. 1/4

— Gary Lineker ???? (@GaryLineker) March 13, 2023

I have been presenting sport on the BBC for almost 3 decades and am immeasurably proud to work with the best and fairest broadcaster in the world. I can’t wait to get back in the MOTD chair on Saturday. 2/4

— Gary Lineker ???? (@GaryLineker) March 13, 2023

A final thought: however difficult the last few days have been, it simply doesn’t compare to having to flee your home from persecution or war to seek refuge in a land far away. It’s heartwarming to have seen the empathy towards their plight from so many of you. 3/4

— Gary Lineker ???? (@GaryLineker) March 13, 2023

We remain a country of predominantly tolerant, welcoming and generous people. Thank you. ?? 4/4

— Gary Lineker ???? (@GaryLineker) March 13, 2023