The undefeated German boxing champion, Musa Askan Yamak died due to a heart attack during a bout against Uganda boxer Hamza Wandera on Sunday in Munich.
Yamak was hit by a heavy blow from his opponent in the second round but he continued to fight. The tragic incident took place during the third round when he collapsed suddenly. The medical team rushed to the ring to save him but couldn't help the boxer and he died aged just 38.
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Turkish-born Yamak turned professional in 2017 and gained fame after winning the WBFed International title in 2021.
The 38-year old professional boxer had an undefeated record of 8-0.
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