Ethiopian Distance Runner Shewarge Alene Dies At Age 30

Shewarge Alene, the Ethiopian distance runner who received the 2025 adidas Stockholm Marathon, has died whereas at coaching camp.

Alene, 30, fell sick whereas coaching in Ethiopia’s capital, Addis Ababa, on Sept. 23 and died after being taken to the hospital, in accordance to a Fb put up from African Athletics United. Her passing comes simply months after she claimed victory on the Stockholm Marathon in Might, ending with a time of two:30:38.

Alene devoted her life to operating. After rising up in Ethiopia, she moved to New York Metropolis in her late teenagers to chase knowledgeable profession. All through 26 marathon appearances, she secured 12 victories and 9 extra podium finishes, together with her most up-to-date win on the 2025 adidas Stockholm Marathon.

She recorded her private greatest on the 2023 Sanlam Cape City Marathon in South Africa, ending third with a time of two:27:26. Alene reportedly had been dwelling in Mexico however was in Addis Ababa for a coaching camp when she started feeling weak and fatigued throughout a session.

Following information of her passing, Stockholm Marathon organizers issued a press release honoring Alene and mourning her loss.

“It’s with deep sorrow that we have now acquired the information of the passing of Shewarge Alene, winner of the adidas Stockholm Marathon 2025,” race organizers wrote on Fb. “Shewarge Alene grew to become unwell throughout a coaching session and was taken to the hospital, the place sadly her life couldn’t be saved. Our ideas are together with her household and family members.”

Followers from around the globe shared their grief whereas additionally celebrating Alene’s legacy and the inspiration she gave to the world of sports activities.

“Relaxation in peace, Shewsrge Alene Amare. Your energy, willpower, and fervour for operating impressed so many across the globe💔,” one fan wrote.

“Such a tragic loss, could she relaxation in peace x,” added another person.

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