Death of Ciara Mageean - "The Irish athletic community are mourning a beautiful person today"
Brendan O'Connor

Death of Ciara Mageean - "The Irish athletic community are mourning a beautiful person today"

2026-11-01

Athlete and Broadcaster David Gillick and RTE Sport's Des Cahill pay tribute to the Irish Olympian and European Champion Ciara Mageean whose death was announced this morning after a battle with cancer.

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Brendan O'Connor

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2026-11-01

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Brendan O'Connor has all you need for the weekend with time to pause and reflect on the week just gone. Featuring a selection of human interest, consumer and lifestyle stories, as well as keeping you up to date on the news stories that matter. Listen live Saturday and Sunday at 11am - 1pm on RTÉ Radio 1.

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