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Boxing World Reacts To Boxer Dying After Tragic Accident In The Ring

Boxing World Reacts To Boxer Dying After Tragic Accident In The Ring

Some grim news has reared its head in the sport of boxing as one of its brave participants has now lost the battle for his life.

A young professional from Galway in the nation of Ireland John Cooney recently suffered a brain injury after a loss in a bout in Belfast, Ireland.

Efforts were made to bring Cooney back in hospital and a go fund me was set up for him and his family but sadly he has now passed.

Here is some of the boxing world and boxing’s fans reaction to the news:

@daviddiamante Terrible news of John’s passing after his bout in Belfast. A true warrior & gentleman. He was so proud in this photo in Dublin after winning his first title. We’ll never forget you, Champ. Sending love to his family & friend”

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Condolences to the young fighter from the country of Ireland.

Rest easy.

Niall Doran

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