Stars from the world of sport have temporarily paused to pay tribute to the legendary David Bowie, who has died at the age of 69.
The London-born 'Heroes' singer passed away peacefully in New York on Sunday following an 18-month battle with cancer.
Bowie may have come from a different industry to footballers, Formula 1 stars and Olympians, but that has not stopped sportspeople from around the globe giving their reaction to the news.
Below, Sports Mole has put together a selection of social media tributes from the world of sport.
"RIP to my all time music hero #DavidBowie so very sad!"
Former Liverpool striker Ian Rush
"He was one of the greatest, he will forever live on in our hearts. May he rest in peace, God rest his soul. My thoughts & prayers go to his family. You are free now David #groundcontroltomajortom #greatness #DavidBowie."
Three-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton
"Let's dance by Bowie ... What a tuuuuuuuune ... RIP brought joy to so many."
Former Premier League footballer Dietmar Hamann
"To David Bowie. A ridiculously talented man, whose incredible music featured countless times on my warm up lists. The world has lost a genius."
Olympic long-jump champion Greg Rutherford
