Tributes have been paid to Tyrone hurler Damian Casey, who has died aged 29.
Local sources in Co Tyrone said he is believed to have died in a swimming pool accident in Spain.
He was there for a wedding, which was due to take place today.
The Dungannon man, regarded as possibly the county's greatest hurler of all time, made his inter-county debut in 2012.
Casey scored 14 points when he claimed a second Nicky Rackard Cup with the Red Hands at Croke Park in May. He also won two Lory Meagher Cups and three National Leagues.
A two-time GAA/GPA Champion 15 award winner, he also represented Ireland in a number of shinty internationals against Scotland.
"This breaking news is beyond belief," said Tyrone county board chairman Michael Kerr.
"Someone who brought honour, delight and simple, straightforward gladness to our whole county, and far beyond, is gone and it's so hard to take in."
Ulster University Gaelic Academy tweeted: "We are profoundly saddened to learn of the tragic death of Damian, esteemed graduate of UU and Fitzgibbon hurler.
Damian Casey
— Ulster Uni Gaelic Academy (@UlsterUniGAA) June 18, 2022
We are profoundly saddened to learn of the tragic death of Damian, esteemed graduate of UU & Fitzgibbon hurler. We extend our deepest sympathy and offer our sincere condolences to the entire family circle at this very sad time.
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"We extend our deepest sympathy and offer our sincere condolences to the entire family circle at this very sad time."
The Gaelic Players Association tweeted: "Players across Ireland are devastated for the family and friends of Damian Casey and for all in Dungannon hurling club and Tyrone GAA.
Players across Ireland are devastated for the family & friends of Damian Casey & for all in @DGNHurlingclub and @TyroneGAALive.
— GPA (@gaelicplayers) June 18, 2022
Damian stood out as a person & leader. On the pitch he was a magician of rare skill.
He was one of us. He was among the best of us.
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"Damian stood out as a person and leader. On the pitch he was a magician of rare skill. He was one of us. He was among the best of us."
