It said Dale Oen had only had a light workout on Monday and had seemed in good health.
CNN: World champion swimmer Dale Oen dies suddenly
In his final tweet written on the day of his death, Dale Oen wrote that he was looking forward to returning to his hometown, Bergen.
Dale Oen's death comes 18 months after American open-water swimmer Fran Crippen died during a race in the United Arab Emirates, also at the age of 26.
"I just have to pay tribute to Alexander Dale Oen tonight, I know he has been with me this year, I think he helped me finish the race in such a strong manner, " van der Burgh said.
CNN: July 29, 2012 -- Updated 2305 GMT (0705 HKT)
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