Who is Sarah Lavin? Four things to know about the Olympic athlete from Limerick

From recent records to a tragic loss, here are some facts about 100m hurdler Sarah Lavin

Sarah Lavin. Picture: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile

Young runner 

Sarah Lavin, who was born in Limerick in 1994, started running at the age of seven. She raced against others in Emerald A.C. and in school, before going on to be coached by Noelle Morrissey. She went from juvenile competitions in Limerick and Munster to the European and World Stage.