Runner collapses, dies during Disney World half marathon

Victim's name, age not released

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – A runner collapsed and died Sunday at the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon at Lake Buena Vista, officials said.

The runner's name and age have not been released.

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The runner collapsed near the finish line and later died.

“We offer our sincerest sympathies to the family and loved ones of the runner during this difficult time,” a Disney spokesperson said.

The 13.1-mile race, in its eighth year, started at the Magic Kingdom parking lot and ended at Epcot.

No other details, including the runner's cause of death, have been released.

 


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