Gavin Hastings and fellow sports legends gathered for a heartfelt tribute to his late brother Scott at a special memorial in Edinburgh. Scott, a cherished figure in Scottish rugby, passed away last month at 61 after battling cancer. The ceremony was attended by notable sports personalities, including British and Irish Lions alumni, honouring one of Scotland’s most adored rugby stars.
In a touching address, Gavin described Scott as “one in a million”, recalling the fervour and commitment with which he approached life, whether on the rugby field or sharing workout routines with his late wife Jenny during lockdown. “Scott was an extraordinary human being,” Gavin said, expressing pride in both their bond and shared rugby career.
The Hastings brothers formed an integral part of the iconic 1990 Grand Slam team, with Scott earning 65 caps for Scotland and embarking on two tours with the British and Irish Lions, retiring in 1997 as Scotland’s most capped centre.
Scottish Rugby Union president, Keith Wallace, highlighted Scott’s “massive” impact on Scottish rugby. As friends and family gathered, their shared memories were filled with smiles, celebrating Scott’s infectious enthusiasm that left a lasting mark on everyone who knew him.