Boxing World Reacts To Tragic Death Of 18-Year-Old Boxer

It has now been confirmed that a young boxer, Jeanette Zacarias Zapata of Mexico, at just 18-years-old tragically died following a boxing match that took place in Montreal.

It has been reported she suffered head injuries in the bout that caused her death afterwards.

A stark reminder of the realities of professional boxing even in this day and age.

Thoughts and prayers to her family and friends.

Here is how some of the boxing world have reacted to the news thus far:

Praying for Jeanette Zacarias Zapata, as she’s battling for her life, in ICU.#boxing 🙏🏾
— Jamel Herring (@JamelHerring) August 29, 2021

Such a sad day in combat sports😞 Jeanette Zacarias lost her life by doing what she enjoyed doing. I can’t stress it enough; Boxing is a dangerous sport! I hope that people involved in this amazing sport take additional measures to protect our athletes!Descansa en paz campeona😔 pic.twitter.com/1pZA63vzz7
— Jessie Vargas (@jessievargas_) September 3, 2021

This is just heartbreaking. A reminder of the inherent danger every fighter in #boxing faces every time he or she enters a ring. Rest In Peace, #JeanetteZacarias. So young … prayers up for this young lady, her husband and family. 💔🙏 https://t.co/21iIjNr8LX
— Lou DiBella (@loudibella) September 3, 2021

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