BBC viewers were left puzzled as Fred Sirieix presented at the Olympics closing ceremony. Tonight, Clare Balding led pre-closing ceremony coverage alongside a number of sporting legends, but fans were puzzled to see First Dates star Fred on presenting duties. Fred's daughter Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix competes for Team GB in the diving.
Fred has been poolside to watch Andrea throughout the Olympics, and after her incredible success, he wrote a sweet message to her on social media. He said: "Thank you for this incredible adventure and the inspiration Andrea. What a beautiful moment! You and your brother are the best thing I have ever done and will ever do #lavieestbelle .
" As he presented the pre-closing ceremony coverage, fans were left puzzled. One fan wrote: "I’m sorry @BBCSport but why in god’s name is Fred Siriex part of the presentation team for tonight’s Olympics closing ceremony? Genuine question. Why? #Olympics #ClosingCeremony ," whilst a second added: "Sorry, apart from actually being French, and being Andrea's Dad, Fred Siriex has added absolutely nothing to the #BBCOlympics coverage.
" A third penned: " BBC , Fred is a commentator? Come on lol #closingceremony ," with a fourth writing: "Have just switched OFF this on BBC1 #ClosingCeremony , what on earth has Fred Siriex got to do with broadcasting. The entire BBC coverage has been appalling." In an emotional interview, Andrea cried as she made a heartbreaking admission after missing out on a second medal at th.