19-Year-Old Bodybuilder Fiorella Martínez Dies in Venezuela Earthquake Alongside Mother and Sister

Nineteen-year-old bodybuilder Fiorella Martínez has been confirmed among those who lost their lives in the devastating earthquake that struck Venezuela.

Fiorella, a rising star in Women’s Artistic Fitness, died alongside her mother, Carmen, and her younger sister, Miranda, when the earthquake struck on June 24.

According to reports, rescue teams recovered Fiorella’s body from beneath the rubble of her family’s home.

Her boyfriend, Fedor Prieto Olivares, was also confirmed dead hours after the earthquake.

The Venezuelan Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (FVFC) announced her passing in a heartfelt tribute, remembering both her accomplishments and the impact she made in the sport.

The tribute reads:

“In the name of athletes, coaches, judges and the Board, we express our deepest sorrow at the passing of the athlete from La Guaira, Fiorella Martínez, South American runner-up in Women’s Artistic Fitness.

“We pray for her eternal rest, we pray for the thousands of Venezuelans suffering this tragedy.

“Rest in peace, Fiori.”

Fiorella had earned recognition as one of the country’s promising young athletes, particularly after finishing as the South American runner-up in Women’s Artistic Fitness.

The earthquake has left widespread destruction across parts of Venezuela, with at least 235 people confirmed dead, according to reports.

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