Olivia Podmore after competing in the Women's Elite Team Sprint qualifying during the New Zealand Oceania Track Championships on November 20, 2017. Photo: Getty ImagesChief executive Jacques Landry said Cycling NZ was saddened by the shock death of Olympic cyclist Olivia Podmore. As for if they had failed Olivia, Landry said their focus was on those who were still here. Olympic cyclist Olivia Podmore has been remembered as a "gorgeous kid" who was "full of heart and enthusiasm" by her Christchurch school following her shock death yesterday. Mitchell Podmore, brother of Olivia, posted on Facebook: "Rest in peace to my gorgeous sister and loved daughter of Phil Podmore.

Source: Otago Daily Times August 10, 2021 03:45 UTC