Olivia Podmore celebrates winning the women's sprint final at last year's National Track Cycling Championships. Photo / GettyA number of Kiwi Olympians have paid tribute to Olivia Podmore on social media, as the New Zealand sporting community grapples with the shock loss of the 24-year-old. Olivia Podmore OLY #1333"Liv, I’m devastated to have to be writing this. "HPSNZ is deeply saddened by the death of 2016 Olympian Olivia Podmore, and our thoughts are with her family during this very difficult time." Mitchell Podmore, brother of Olivia, posted on Facebook: "Rest in peace to my gorgeous sister and loved daughter of Phil Podmore.

Source: New Zealand Herald August 09, 2021 22:45 UTC