Ciara Mageean

Ciara Mageean, a 34‑year‑old Irish middle‑distance runner and 2024 European champion, died after a battle with cancer. She had previously represented Ireland at the 2016 and 2020 Olympics and won multiple medals at European and Commonwealth competitions.

Ciara Mageean, a two-time Olympian and European champion, was diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer in May 2025. She has undergone 18 rounds of chemotherapy and is now waiting for scan results to determine her life expectancy. Despite her diagnosis, Mageean remains determined and hopeful, focusing on enjoying life and finding joy in little things.