Promising young athlete Alba Cebrián dies after collapsing during training

Athlete Alba Cebrián dies at just 23.

She collapsed during training.

It’s believed she died of cardiac arrest.

In a tragic and shocking turn of events, the Celtíberas Athletics Club is mourning the death of Alba Cebrián, a young athlete who was only 23 years old.

She was a talented runner.

The fatal incident occurred during a training session, when the promising athlete collapsed and was quickly transported to a hospital where, unfortunately, she died.

The news of her passing was confirmed by her team Club Atletismo Celtíberas.

Young athlete Alba Cebrián dies

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The Celtíberas Athletics Club confirmed the news of Alba Cebrián’s death on X (formerly Twitter).

Her teammates, the sports community and those who closely followed Alba Cebrián’s career were devastated by the news.

«All of us who are part of the Celtíberas de Soria Athletics Club are devastated to have to announce the death of our colleague Alba Cebrián Chiva,» the message began.

«We join her entire family in these painful moments. We will always remember you Alba,» the statement concluded.

Alba’s athletic career

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The athlete from Les Alqueries in Castellón, Spain, had been an integral part of the Celtíberas de Soria Athletics Club for three years.

She made her mark with her outstanding performances in endurance events.

The news of her death surprised the sports community, who remember Alba as a promising young woman who had dedicated her life to athletics.

Previously, the club had reported on the young woman’s condition on social media, asking for support and sending strength to Alba and her family.

A tragedy in sports

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«The athlete from our club Alba Cebrián Chiva has fainted while training and is hospitalized in a very serious condition,» they said after the incident.

«The entire Las Celtíberas de Soria club is in shock. From here we send all our strength to her and her family. Much encouragement, Alba,” they continued.

After the news of her death was announced on social media, people began offering their condolences to her family.

Messages of support appeared on social media, showing the impact that the news had on the virtual community.

Condolences pour in on social media

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«A hug to her family and colleagues RIP.» «What pain. Rest in peace.» «RIP, much encouragement to the whole family and the club,» were some comments.

«A heartfelt hug also to the Celtiberian women who we know will keep their memory alive forever.» «May the Alba stars welcome you.»

«RIP and my condolences to her family. It is very difficult to believe that a young, athletic person has heart failure.» «A huge hug for his family and friends.»

«Rest in peace. Our deepest condolences to the family and the club.» «Rest in peace, deepest condolences to the family.» «Much encouragement to the family and friends,» others wrote.

Alba Cebrián dies, leaving an enduring legacy

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The death of Alba Cebrián leaves a void in the world of sports and in the hearts of those who knew her.

Her work, effort and passion for running remain as a legacy that will inspire future generations of athletes.

In these difficult times, the sports community unites in pain, lovingly remembering a young woman who made her mark.

To see a photo of Alba click HERE.