While he went without an Olympic medal, Capes won two Commonwealth golds ... ‘We are saddened to hear the news of former British shot putter, Geoff Capes’ passing. Our condolences go out ...

Geoff Capes, celebrated as Britain's greatest shot ... Despite high expectations, an Olympic medal eluded him throughout his ...

LONDON (Reuters) - Geoff Capes, British strongman ... Although his best Olympic finish was fifth in 1980, he won two Commonwealth gold medals as well as a haul of European medals.