US boxer Hannah Rapp dead at 26 after being hit by car while cycling
- American boxer Hannah Rapp, aged 26, died on Saturday after being hit by a reversing vehicle while cycling in Texas.
- Rapp was rushed to the hospital after the crash but died of her injuries, as confirmed by the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office.
- Just one month prior to her death, Rapp had competed for the WBC featherweight title on a show organised by Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions, where she lost on points.
- Tributes poured in from the boxing community, including from Jake Paul, Most Valuable Promotions, her recent opponent Tiara Brown, and WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman, all expressing their sorrow and respect for the gifted athlete.
- The 31-year-old male driver of the vehicle involved in the collision has been arrested and charged with manslaughter, with the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office stating the investigation is active and ongoing.
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