JAKE PAUL led tributes to boxing champion Hannah Rapp who suddenly died at the age of 26 following a tragic car accident.
Rapp left her mark on the North American Boxing Federation and also challenged for the World Boxing Council women’s featherweight championship only last month.
Hannah Rapp suddenly died at the age of 26 following a tragic car accident Credit: WBC
Jake Paul led tributes for Rapp on social media Credit: Reuters
According to ESPN , the boxing star died on Saturday morning after being hit by a car while riding her bicycle in Brazos County, Texas.
The American bruiser was along a highway when a car passed her but suddenly came to a stop, went into reverse and hit her.
The Yorktown, Indiana native was transported to a local hospital, where she was pronounced dead.
The driver of the car – whom police identified Charles Medina, 31 -was arrested and charged with manslaughter.
, 29, took to social media upon hearing the sad news and issued a statement dedicated to Rapp, whom he described as a “warrior”, and her family.
The promoter tweeted: “Gone too soon. Condolences to her entire clan. RIP warrior, Hannah Rapp.”
The WBC also issued a long statement paying tribute to Rapp’s successful career.
It read: “The World Boxing Council, its president Mauricio Sulaiman Saldivar, and the entire international community are deeply moved and in mourning following the painful loss of our beloved champion, Hannah Rapp.
”Hannah was not only an exemplary monarch and a relentless warrior inside the ring, but also a beacon of light whose dedication and charisma left an indelible mark on the North American Boxing Federation (NABF) and the great WBC family.
”Her passion for the sport and her unwavering spirit will always be remembered as an example of excellence and nobility.
“The WBC and the NABF are grateful to have been part of her journey and stand in full solidarity with her family and friends during this time of profound darkness.
”We ask the global boxing community to lift up a prayer for the eternal rest of Hannah, a champion who always wore the green and gold with pride, dignity, and honor. Rest in peace, Hannah Rapp.”
Sulaiman added that Rapp’s loss leaves the world of boxing “heartbroken” after her “exceptional” career.
Sulaiman said: “The loss of Hannah Rapp leaves us heartbroken. She was an exceptional boxer, but above all, an invaluable member of our boxing family.
“We join in the grief that overwhelms her loved ones, her team, and all those who had the privilege of knowing and supporting her throughout her brilliant career.”
Rapp amassed a record of 8-1-1 and challenged Tiara Brown for the WBC women’s featherweight title at MVPW-04 in June.
The featherweight put together a brave performance but lost via unanimous decision.
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