In Arizona, the Rio Olympian David Torrence was found dead in a swimming pool. A few weeks ago he had come to Scottsdale to train.
Yesterday morning in Scottsdale, Arizona, he was found lifeless in the pool at about 7:30 am by a staff, working in an apartment block.
Nick Willis on Twitter wrote "No one was more dedicated to their running," wrote Nick Willis, who won bronze in the 1500m at the Rio Games. "He got 100% out of himself every day. So so sad to hear of his passing."
USA Track & Field tweeted, "Devastating news. USATF sends its condolences to family & friends of American indoor record holder David Torrence."
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