Oleg Prudky was 30 years old (Photo: Reproduction/Instagram)
The sad war between Russia and Ukraine continues to claim victims on the European continent, but this time, the mourning has repercussions on the world of martial arts. Former Ukrainian boxer Oleg Prudky, 30, died in a clash with Russian troops in the Cherkasy region of Ukraine. The base where the fighter was located was attacked last Sunday. The fighter and three other soldiers died.
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The former athlete's wife, Mariana, posted a tribute to her partner on a social network.
“War brings out the best. I don't believe it, I don't believe that you don't exist anymore, that I won't hear 'Good morning darling!', 'I'm fine!', 'How are the girls?'. And the most important thing is that you will never say to me again: 'I love you'. You were like a shining sun, an example for your daughters, who adore you so much and ask for you every time. 'When is daddy coming?'. How can I tell them they will never see you again? You were an example to your friends and colleagues. You are my angel. I love you so much”, wrote Mariana.
Oleg didn't make it to professional boxing, but he was two-time amateur champion in Ukraine and participated in the World Series of Boxing, a semi-professional boxing competition. The former athlete leaves behind a wife and two young daughters.
Ukrainian Boxing Federation mourns death
Through an official note, the Ukrainian Boxing Federation mourned the death of Oleg Prudky. The organization even referred to the boxer as an 'international class master of sports'. He ended his amateur boxing career with 17 victories, one by knockout, and 14 defeats.
“We are sad to announce that the master of sports of the international boxing class, champion of Ukraine Oleg Prudky, died in battles with the Russian occupiers. The Boxing Federation of Ukraine expresses its condolences to the boxer's family! Eternal memory to you Olezh”, read an excerpt from the statement.
Numbers of the war between Russia and Ukraine
The Russian invasion of Ukraine completed three months last Tuesday (24). According to UN data, at least 3.930 civilians were killed.
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