American sprinter Torrin Lawrence has died after being involved in a crash in Georgia.
According to police reports, the 25-year-old got out of his car on an interstate after suffering a puncture, but his vehicle was hit by a truck, sending it careering towards Lawrence.
His coach Wayne Norton said in a statement: "In speaking for the UGA track and field community, I am shocked and pained with news of Torrin's death.
"First, my prayers for comfort are for Torrin's mother and family. Second, this makes me reflect on Torrin and remember him as one of the greatest talents I have ever seen in our sport and as gentle man."
The sprinter had been part of the USA's 4x400m relay team at the IAAF World Relay event, and won a gold medal in the NCAA Indoor Championships in 2010.
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Sian Cowper
Sian Cowper
