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("reportedly", "may", "according to")
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Tributes have been paid to Irish Olympian Ciara Mageean, who has died at the age of 34 after suffering from cancer.
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In a post on social media, her family said she was surrounded by her loved ones.
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They said: “A beloved daughter, sister, wife, friend and inspiration to so many, she will be deeply missed.”
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Mageean was one of the most high-profile athletes in Ireland, specialising in the middle distance running 1,500m event.
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She represented Ireland at both the 2016 Rio Olympics and 2020 Tokyo Olympics, as well as holding a slew of Irish records.
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Mageean was unable to compete at the 2024 Olympics due to an Achilles injury.
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The following year, Mageean announced she had been diagnosed with cancer.
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There were shockwaves across Ireland and the sporting community when Mageean revealed her diagnosis of stage 4 cancer of the bowel with a likely terminal prognosis.
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She went on to marry her partner Thomas Moran in October just weeks before her death.
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Taoiseach Micheál Martin said he was deeply saddened at her untimely passing.
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“My heartfelt sympathies go to her husband Thomas, all her family and friends,” he said in a statement on the social media network X.
Tánaiste Simon Harris described the news as heartbreaking.
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He said on X: “She was a European champion, two-time Olympian, a proud Irish athlete and an extraordinary person.”
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Northern Ireland’s First Minister Michelle O’Neill said Mageean demonstrated “extraordinary talent, determination and dedication”.
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“I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Ciara Mageean, and I want to extend my heartfelt condolences to her husband Tommy, her parents, family, friends and everyone who loved her,” she said.
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“Ciara’s achievements in athletics brought immense pride to her local community and to people right across Ireland.
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“From representing Ireland at two Olympic Games to winning European Championship gold in Rome in 2024, Ciara demonstrated extraordinary talent, determination and dedication.
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“However, beyond the medals, records and sporting accolades, Ciara will be remembered for her warmth, courage and tremendous strength of character.
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“Throughout her illness, she showed a remarkable spirit and an incredible ability to find hope and joy in life, even in the most difficult circumstances.
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Her courage touched countless people and will leave a lasting legacy.
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“For a community like Portaferry, this loss will be deeply felt.
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Ciara was one of our own, and the pride she brought to her community and beyond will never be forgotten.
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“At this incredibly difficult time, I hope her family and loved ones can take some comfort from knowing just how deeply she was admired, respected and loved by so many people.”
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