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Olympic champion Victoria Pendleton's heartbreak as twin brother tragically dies

Double Olympic champion Victoria Pendleton has paid tribute to her twin brother Alex, who has died at the age of 42 after battling a brain tumour.

In an emotional Instagram post, she wrote: "If you know me then you likely know my twin brother Alex, I just wanted to let you know that this morning Alex sadly passed away after an epic battle against an aggressive brain tumour.

"He will be painfully missed by many. Rest in peace my kind, brave twinnie, you will forever be in our hearts."

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