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Former Olympic Judo Champion Maricet Espinosa Gonzalez Dies at 34

Gonzalez's sudden death following cosmetic surgery sparks discussions on medical safety.

  • Maricet Espinosa Gonzalez, a former Olympic judo champion from Cuba, died at the age of 34.
  • Gonzalez, also known as 'La Mole', was a two-time Pan American Judo champion and competed in the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio.
  • She reportedly underwent a breast enhancement surgery on January 21, and suffered a heart attack shortly after.
  • Gonzalez's death has sparked discussions on the safety of cosmetic surgeries.
  • Her death comes just days after the passing of another 2016 Olympic athlete, Canadian pole vaulter Shawn Barber.
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