Russian troops kill Ukrainian sambo championship medallist Evhen Vedernikov

Russian troops kill Ukrainian sambo championship medallist Evhen Vedernikov
Russian troops kill Ukrainian sambo championship medallist Evhen Vedernikov

Death of a patriotic athlete

Russian armed forces killed Ukrainian sambo athlete Evhen Vedernikov. The Kryvyi Rih Sambo and Judo Federation announced this in an official statement regarding the tragic loss of its protégé.

Sports achievements

Evhen Vedernikov was a protégé of the Kryvyi Rih Sambo and Judo Federation. His biography listed the title of Ukrainian sambo championship medallist and the rank of Candidate Master of Sport. The federation emphasised that the athlete combined high skill in the gym with deep patriotism.

Defence of the country

After the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Evhen decided to stand up in defence of his state. The federation noted that he fulfilled his duty to the country until the last day, demonstrating strength of spirit and dedication.

«Його відданість, сила духу та любов до спорту назавжди залишаться в наших серцях» (His dedication, strength of spirit, and love for sport will remain in our hearts forever), the Kryvyi Rih Sambo and Judo Federation stated, expressing condolences to the deceased's relatives and loved ones.

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