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Aussie Olympian tragically dies after suffering brain aneurysm

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Published 03:51 1 Feb 2023 GMT

Aussie Olympian tragically dies after suffering brain aneurysm

Winter Olympics legend Duncan Pugh passed away at the age of 48.

Jayden Collins

Jayden Collins

The Australian sporting community is in mourning after Winter Olympics legend Duncan Pugh died at the age of 48.

The bobsledder suffered a brain aneurysm at his Perth home last week. He could not be saved.

He leaves behind his wife McKenzie and two young sons ages six and seven.

McKenzie shared the news in an obituary in The West Australian expressing her grief at her husband’s sudden passing.

She wrote: “We are heartbroken and simply lost for words. Taken far too soon.

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“You were the rock of our family and wore your heart on your sleeve. You were so very proud of our two boys, the best dad anyone could have hoped for. Your passion and determination will forever live on in our boys.

“You made me feel the centre of your world. We hope you’re hanging out up there with Dougie. Love you always, your loving wife Kenz, boys Charlie and George and furbaby Lola.”

Pugh represented Australia at the 2010 Winter Olympics where he competed in bobsleigh alongside pilot Jere,y Rolleston.

They were knocked out in the first round when their sled flipped over and saw them suffer injuries and then withdraw from the four-man event as well.

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He only entered the sport of bobsleigh at the age of 32 after starting out as hurdler.

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He won the bronze medal at the 2009 America’s Cup in Canada alongside Chris Spring.

Bobsleigh and Skeleton Australia paid tribute to the Olympian in a post on Facebook.

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The post read: “Our small bobsleigh family has taken a big hit this week with the passing of Pughie – Duncan Pugh Vancouver 2010 Olympian, was and will always be remembered as a legend.

"A fantastic father to his boys, a beloved husband, son, brother and uncle to his family.

"An Olympian with a continued passion for sport. He was adored and highly respected as a teacher and loved by all his friends. Anyone that had a one-on-one conversation with Dunc will know exactly how easy it was to feel comfortable in his presence and grateful for his friendship."

Pugh also served in a variety of teaching positions in the Health and Physical Education Area at Newman College.

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Acting Principal Dr Lucie McCrory shared the news with the college’s parents and guardians.

They wrote: “His commitment to students and colleagues was unwavering. Duncan will be affectionately remembered as a significant member of the Newman community and will remain in our hearts for years to come.”

Featured Image Credit: Bobsleigh & Skeleton Australia/Facebook. REUTERS / Alamy.

Topics: Olympics, Australia

Jayden Collins
Jayden Collins

Jayden Collins is a Journalist at SPORTbible. He has worked across multiple media platforms in areas such as sport, music, pop culture, entertainment and politics. He is part of the editorial team for LADbible Australia.

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