Director of cricket Alec Stewart makes Surrey return

Surrey County Cricket Club have announced that director of cricket Alec Stewart has returned to work after a temporary leave of absence.

 Stewart, 59, stepped back from his day-to-day duties at the beginning of January this year in order to care for his wife, Lynn, who was beginning a new course of treatment for cancer.

 She has been fighting cancer since 2013. Whilst the situation is ongoing, her health has improved to the level that Stewart can return to the role he has held since 2014.

 Director of cricket Alec Stewart said: “I want to thank everyone for their well-wishes and thoughts during a difficult time.

 “I am thankful for the club’s understanding, and I look forward to the season ahead.”