This was reported on the page of the Zaporozhye city federation of boxing in Facebook.

As noted, Yuri Beladze passed away at the age of 79.

At the same time, his colleague Vladimir Sosunovsky conveyed words of sympathy and support to his relatives. So, he said that this is an incredible, catastrophic loss. In particular, the loss of a real person, an idol, an exemplary family man and citizen of his country.

"We all mourn the loss of Yuri Yukhanovich, turning to family, relatives and friends know, of course, even harder! We sincerely condole, and we will remember him all his life! We want at this moment to provide any help that will be needed. Count on us, the whole big boxing family, "- wrote Vladimir Sosunovsky.

Note that the farewell will take place in the boxing hall "Combat Gloves".

It should be noted that Beladze has trained many sportsmen, among them champions of Ukraine and prize-winners of international competitions. Now in his boxing club "Combat Gloves" he trains his grandson - Arthur Beladze.

Recall, as previously reported, "URA-Inform, People's Artist of the USSR, the famous actor and director Alexei Batalov died at the 89th year of life.