The tragedy took place at the CrossFit Games, a multi-day event that attracts athletes from around the world who are recognized as some of the fittest people on the planet. The deceased athlete was 28-year-old Lazar Dukic from Serbia. The cause of death is not yet known, the athlete disappeared under water and never surfaced.
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CrossFit Games athlete dies after reported drowning in Texas lake during first day of competition | CNN
CrossFit Games: Man dies competing in swimming event in Texas
CrossFit athlete dies during swimming competition in Texas
Competitor at CrossFit Games in Texas dies during swimming event
A competitor in the CrossFit Games has died during a swimming event at a Texas lake
CrossFit Games athlete drowns in Texas lake during swimming portion of competition
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