An Olympic participant who was doused with gasoline and set on fire has died in the hospital

Rebecca Cheptegei, an Olympic participant in the 2024 Paris Games, was hospitalized with severe injuries on the evening of September 2.

Details: The Uganda Athletics Federation reported that she passed away in the hospital from her injuries on September 5. Federation President Donald Rukare stated:

Quote: "We have learned of the tragic death of our Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei due to a brutal attack by her boyfriend. May her soul rest in peace. We strongly condemn violence against women.

This was a cowardly and senseless act that resulted in the loss of a great athlete. Her legacy will endure."

As a reminder: The incident occurred at Rebecca's home during a dispute with her boyfriend, Dixon, over land. Cheptegei sustained 75% of her body burned.

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At the 2024 Olympic Games, Rebecca Cheptegei finished 44th with a time of 2:32:14 hours in the final, her best time of the 2024 season.