The WBC mourns the death of Cristian Oviedo
Following the tragic death of 21 year old boxer Cristian Oviedo (1-0) from Cordoba, Argentina, the World Boxing Council publicly paid tribute to the talented heavyweight:
The boxing family regrets with great pain the death of young boxer Cristian Oviedo from Córdoba, Argentina, who was just 21 years old.
Cristian was an outstanding amateur fighter, who recently debuted as professional with a victory. Without a doubt, he will be so very missed by all his friends, family, colleagues and coaches.
The Boxing Family unites in prayer alongside Cristian's loved ones and to all our Argentine family.
Rest in peace, always young and forever remembered champion!
Born on June 12, 1998, 'Botija' defeated fellow countryman Franco Quinteros (1-2) on points in his home city of Cordoba in central Argentina.
His father, Victor, reported the his son's passing as a suicide.
BNN would like to offer their deepest condolences to Cristian's family and friends at this difficult time.
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