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Former Real Madrid President Lorenzo Sanz Dies at Age 76 from the Coronavirus

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Former Real Madrid president Lorenzo Sanz died Saturday at the age of 76 after contracting the coronavirus, according to the Associated Press (via USA Today).

He was being treated for the virus throughout the week and was in intensive care.

"Today, all of Madrid is in mourning following the passing of the president who dedicated a huge part of his life to his great passion: Real Madrid," the club said in a statement. "Given the current circumstances, Real Madrid will give him the recognition he deserves as soon as possible.