Some tragic news has reached the sport of boxing as one of its three time champions had his life cut short tragically.
For some time now Israel Vasquez of Mexico had been battling cancer.
The fight came to an end on Monday night just gone and the news was confirmed by WBC boss Mauricio Sulaiman in Mexico saying on X:
“Israel Vazquez is finally resting in peace . May God give strength and support to his wife Laura, their children, family and friends during these difficult times. Gracias campeón por dejar una huella tan especial. Siempre serás el Magnífico”
“Thank you Israel for the so many great memories that you have given us through your actions inside the ring but most importantly outside of it. You are now eternal , rest in peace, everything will be all right.”
Indeed.
A terrific all-action fighter and a great loss to Mexico and the sport.
Rest in peace.
