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The former coach of the Russian boxer Alexander Povetkin died
Former coach of the Russian boxer Alexander Povetkin Igor Nesterov died in the implementation of a combat mission, the press service of the promotional company “World Boxing” reports.
– Igor was a member of the team of the Olympic champion and world champion Alexander Povetkin, was his coach for power training and a sparring partner. And most importantly – was one of Alexander’s closest friends. Igor Nesterov’s departure is a big loss for the entire boxing family. Deeply decent, the patriot is not in words, but in fact, a person with a capital letter – everyone who was familiar with Nesterov invariably spoke with great respect. It is difficult and bitter to realize that he is no longer with us, the report said.
Povetkin is 45 years old, he is the champion of the Olympic Games (2004), the world champion (2003), two -time European champion (2002, 2004). In a professional ring, the Russian won 36 victories, suffered three defeats and ended one duel, was a regular world champion according to WBA in heavyweight, the temporary champion of the WBC version.
Source: Sportbox
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