Former European champion and two-time Olympian Mageean dies aged 34

The passing of Ciara Mageean at the age of 34 has sent shockwaves through the European athletics community. As a former European champion and two-time Olympian, Mageean had already achieved great success in her career, and her untimely death has left many in the sport paying tribute to her accomplishments.

Mageean's achievements serve as a reminder of the dedication and hard work required to compete at the highest level in athletics. Her European title and Olympic appearances are a testament to her talent and perseverance, and she will be remembered as a talented athlete who represented Ireland with distinction. The athletics community will be coming to terms with the loss of a talented and accomplished athlete, and her legacy will continue to inspire future generations of athletes.

As the news of Mageean's passing continues to sink in, fans and fellow athletes will be reflecting on her achievements and the impact she had on the sport. What's next to watch is how the athletics community comes together to pay tribute to Mageean and celebrate her life and achievements. The Irish athletics association and European athletics governing bodies are likely to issue statements and pay their respects to Mageean, and fans will be sharing their own memories and tributes to the talented athlete.

Originally reported by bbc.co.uk. EuroNewsletter adds analysis for general news readers.