Tributes paid to girl, 12, who died in Majorca balcony hotel fall as family slept next door

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A young Irish girl who died following a fall at a hotel in Majorca has been described as a "bubbly" child and "a talented athlete".

Clodagh Phelan, 11, from Rathdrum in Co Wicklow, was on a family holiday on the Spanish island when she fell from the seventh floor at the Club Mac Hotel In Puerto de Alcudia around 6.30am.

Spanish authorities said her parents were sleeping at the time and a person staying at the hotel reported the emergency.Billy Porter, a family friend, said it was a "devastating day" for her family and community.He said he has spoken to Clodagh's father Liam and said he "knows it's going to be a long road" ahead for the family, and the focus was on getting her home.He described Clodagh as a "gutsy" and "hardy" athlete, and said that when she raced she would "always smile going across the line".Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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