Ciara Mageean reveals she has been diagnosed with cancer

The European 1500m champion and Olympian announced on Friday evening that she has been diagnosed with cancer and has already started treatment. 

Ciara Mageean won 1500m gold at last year's European Championships. Pic: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile

European 1500m champion Ciara Mageean has revealed that she’s been diagnosed with cancer.

In a post on Instagram on Friday evening, the 33-year-old wrote: “To everyone who’s been part of my journey so far, I have some difficult news to share: I’ve been diagnosed with cancer. It’s been a lot to take in, but I’ve already started treatment and I’m incredibly grateful to be surrounded by the love and support of my family and close friends.