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Sudden Adult Death Syndrome suspected as hurler dies

A Limerick hurler is believed to have died over the weekend from Sudden Adult Death Syndrome.

Sudden Adult Death Syndrome suspected as hurler dies

Mon, 14 Aug, 2006 - 16:19

A Limerick hurler is believed to have died over the weekend from Sudden Adult Death Syndrome.

Willie O’Brien, 28, was found dead at his home on Saturday morning, the day before he was due to play in a club relegation play-off game.

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