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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Damian Spellman

Sir Alex Ferguson reveals his daily routine amid dementia fears

  • Sir Alex Ferguson discussed how he coped with grief following the death of his wife, Lady Cathy, in October 2023 after almost 58 years of marriage.
  • The former Manchester United manager admitted feeling “stuck in the house” after her passing but found solace in travelling to places such as Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong, and Bahrain.
  • Ferguson also keeps his mind active by engaging in reading, particularly history like the American Civil War, and completing crosswords.
  • The 83-year-old expressed his own concerns about memory as he ages, noting the importance of staying in regular contact with his brother.
  • He serves as an ambassador for the dementia charity Playlist for Life, a cause that resonates deeply with him as his younger brother, Martin, lives with the condition.

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