Olympic runner Mageean dies aged 34

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European champion and two-time Olympian Ciara Mageean has died at the age of 34.

Mageean, from Portaferry in Northern Ireland,revealed in Julylast year that she had been diagnosed with cancer.

A statement on her social media said: "At 6.30am this morning, Ciara lost her battle with cancer surrounded by her loved ones.

"A beloved daughter, sister, wife, friend and inspiration to so many, she will be deeply missed."

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