Samoan boxing coach dies in Olympic village

The boxing coach of the Samoan team died yesterday (26) inside the Olympic Village in Paris. Lionel Elika Fatupaito had a cardiac arrest and could not resist. According to the newspaper Le Parisien, the coach was in his room, accompanied by an athlete, when he felt ill and was treated by the local emergency medical service. […]

The boxing coach of the Samoan team died yesterday (26) inside the Olympic Village in Paris. Lionel Elika Fatupaito had a cardiac arrest and could not resist.

According to the newspaper The ParisianThe coach was in his room, accompanied by an athlete, when he felt ill and was treated by the local emergency room.

The International Boxing Association released a statement of condolences for the death of the coach. “Lionel’s dedication and passion for the sport has left an indelible mark on the boxing community. His legacy will continue to inspire future generations,” the statement reads.

Check out the full note in English below.

“We at the International Boxing Association (IBA) extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Lionel Elika Fatupaito, Samoa’s national boxing coach, who tragically passed away during Paris 2024. Lionel’s dedication and passion for the sport has left an indelible mark on the boxing community. His legacy will continue to inspire future generations. Our thoughts and prayers are with Team Samoa and all those affected by this profound loss.“

Source: Terra

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