Japanese Olympian Kenji Watanabe Passes Away at Home in Tokyo

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Kenji Watanabe, a three-time Olympic breaststroke for Japan, has passed away. He was found dead at his home early Monday morning, Sept. 18. He was 48 years old.

Watanabe swam in the 1984, 1988 and 1992 Olympics, and his best finish came in 1992, when he took seventh in the men’s 200 breast final. Watanabe was also a two-time Asian Games champion in the 200 breast in 1986 and 1990.

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Denisa Panochová
6 years ago

what is a cause of his death? cannot find out..

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Denisa Panochová
6 years ago

how come?

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Jennifer
6 years ago

These stupid stories never publish the cause of death or even ask. They are completely useless reporters. The guy is 48 and was an athlete. Dying at that age is not natural.

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GILLIAN MASTERSON
6 years ago
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You can have a heart attack at any age! And even be an athlete! No guarantees folks!

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