Tributes have been flooding in for boxer Genadij Krajevskij, who has died aged 37.The Lithuanian national whose nickname was the Baltic Bomber, fought against Tommy Fury back in 2020 and was described as a "delight" in the sport.
Reacting to the news of his death, the British Boxing Board of Control's Midlands Area Council released a statement on X which said: "The Midlands Area Council would like to pass our condolences and thoughts to Genadij Krakevskij’s family and friends at this time.The Baltic Bomber graced the away corner in the midlands area on numerous occasions.
He was always a delight to be around in and out of the ring." Official VIP Boxing Promotions added another heartfelt statement, writing: "It is with deep sorrow that we receive the news of Genadij Krajevskij's passing.
We had the honour of featuring him in the VIP Shows on multiple occasions. "Our videographer, Lee Hogan, was fortunate enough to capture his sole professional victory during his 68th fight on a Frank Duffin show.This moment was incredibly significant for him, as he conveyed the message 'Never give up' to the camera.
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