What we're learning about the IRONMAN Texas athlete who died in The Woodlands Saturday
KHOU • • sports
Key Points:
- Mara Araujo, a 38-year-old athlete from Brazil, died during the swim portion of the IRONMAN Texas triathlon in The Woodlands on Saturday morning.
- The fire department was called for a lost swimmer just after 7:30 a.m., and her body was recovered around 9 a.m.
- Araujo’s partner described her as a dedicated, strong, kind, and fantastic athlete, calling her the most beautiful person he ever met.
- The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is conducting a death investigation, following standard protocol for drowning cases in the area.
- IRONMAN Texas expressed condolences to the family and friends, thanked first responders, and stated they will have no further comment out of respect.
