European champion Mageean dies aged 34

Ciara Mageean: Ireland's European 1500 metres gold medallist dies at the age of 34 after battling cancer European champion and two-time Olympian Ciara Mageean has died at the age of 34; Irish athletics star announced last year that she had been diagnosed with cancer Last Updated: 01/11/26 12:19pm Ireland's European 1500 metres gold medallist Ciara Mageean has died at the age of 34. Two-time Olympian Mageean, who won the European title in Rome in 2024, announced last year she had been diagnosed with cancer. A statement on her Instagram account on Sunday read: "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." A statement from Athletics Ireland read: "Athletics Ireland is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Ciara Mageean. "Ciara was a much-loved and inspirational figure who touched the lives of so many. Her courage, warmth and spirit will leave a lasting legacy. "The thoughts and heartfelt condolences of everyone at Athletics Ireland are with Ciara's family, friends and loved ones at this incredibly difficult time. "May she rest in peace."