Eya Guezguez was a Tunisian sailor who died on April 10, 2022.
She and her twin sister Sara participated in the 49er FX event at the 2020 Summer Olympics.
However, at just 16 years old, they were the Games’ youngest female competitors.
Following their Olympic debuts in Tokyo, the twins hoped to represent Tunisia at the 2024 Olympics in Paris and beyond.
As fans remarked on the news, admirers paid tribute to the teen athlete on social media.
Sara, Eya’s sister, was said to have survived the accident.
Souhail Khmira, a Tunisian journalist, broke the story of Eya’s death first.
She was 17.
Eya Guezguez cause of death
Tragically, the teenager died while practicing with her twin sister Sara.
According to reports, the yacht capsized on Sunday due to heavy gusts when they were out at sea practicing with the national squad.
Eya Guezguez boyfriend and children
She was believed to be dating but had no children.
She had hopes of settling down in the future.
Eya Guezguez net worth
Eya’s net worth as of 2022 was a million dollars.
Eya Guezguez funeral and obituary
Her funeral is in the works.
As tributes continue, we urge you all to be patient with the family of Eya in this difficult times.
