Harlequins says academy player killed in traffic accident


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LONDON (AP) — English rugby club Harlequins says one of its academy players has died in a traffic accident.

Harlequins announced the death of 20-year-old loosehead prop Seb Adeniran-Olule on Wednesday. He was described by the club as one of its "most promising youngsters."

Harlequins director of rugby Conor O'Shea said in a statement that Adeniran-Olule was "an incredible talent," pointing to his appearance for England at youth level.

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