Major blow for Unión: Daniel Hure quits basketball over heart issue | OneFootball

Unión is going through difficult days in the National League. To the tough loss against Boca at La Bombonerita, in a decisive stretch of the season in which it is fighting to stay in the division, was added news that has shaken the squad on a human level: Daniel Hure will have to step away from active basketball due to a heart condition.

The institution officially announced it through its social media, generating an immediate reaction in the Tatengue world.

Unión’s official statement on Daniel Hure’s condition

“Club Atlético Unión announces that Daniel Hure, after undergoing medical tests, will have to step away from sporting activity for an undetermined period as he suffers from a heart condition.

We wish you a speedy recovery and look forward to your return, Dani!”

A significant loss at a key moment

Hure’s departure is a major blow for Unión. The big man had been one of the team’s standout pieces, providing presence in the paint, experience, and consistency in a demanding context.

His absence comes at a delicate time, with the team fighting to remain in the division and needing all of its options to face the final stretch of the championship.

Hure played 32 games this season, averaging 7.9 points and 2.8 rebounds in 20.8 minutes per game. His last game was against Peñarol, and he was already unavailable in the 74-68 loss to Boca.

Support from the Unión world

Beyond the sporting impact, the news has brought the player’s health to the forefront. Teammates, coaching staff, and fans began expressing their support, understanding that his recovery is the top priority.

Amid the adversity, Unión will have to readjust on the sporting side, but also stand by one of its leaders in a complex personal moment. The fight to stay up continues, although now with a concern that goes far beyond the result. This Wednesday, starting at 9 p.m., it will visit Gimnasia de Comodoro Rivadavia at Socio Fundadores.

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