PARK CITY, Utah — Team USA has released a preliminary report that diagnoses pulmonary congestion as a possible cause in the death of Olympic bobsled champion Steven Holcomb.
Holcomb, 37 of Park City, was found dead in his room at a training facility in Lake Placid Saturday.
Sunday, Team USA released details from a preliminary coroner’s report that indicates Holcomb died in his sleep, possibly as a result of pulmonary congestion.
Team USA states the official determination of the cause of Holcomb’s death remains pending a toxicology study performed by an independent laboratory.
The press release states a preliminary screen was negative for drugs and there is no suspicion of foul play.
Team USA has created a page for loved ones and fans to share their memories of Holcomb, who was an Olympic gold medal winner and world cup champion.