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"Tragic Loss: World Champion Pole Vaulter Shawn Barber Dies at 29"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Sports

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Canadian pole vault world champion and Olympian Shawn Barber has passed away at the age of 29. The cause of his death is currently unknown, but his agent mentioned that Barber had been experiencing health issues. Barber's career included notable achievements such as winning the world championships in 2015 and representing Canada at the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.

"Tragic Loss: World Champion Pole Vaulter Shawn Barber Dies at 29"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Sports

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Source: Yahoo Sports

Canadian pole vault world champion and Olympian Shawn Barber has passed away at the age of 29. The cause of his death is currently unknown, but his agent mentioned that Barber had been experiencing health issues. Barber's career peaked in 2015 when he won the world championships in Beijing, and he also competed in the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. He leaves behind a legacy of accomplishments, including three NCAA titles and several Canadian national records.