An athlete who served in the Marine Corps of the Armed Forces of Ukraine died in the battle for the independence of our state.

This was reported by the press service of the FBU.

" Warrior, our friend. Very painful. It was a Kid and a Man with a capital letter, a real valiant hero. - to the defender. Heroes don't die! "

Viktor Poniatenko was born in Zaporozhye. He has been boxing since the age of 8, has the first category in this sport, silver medalist of the Cup of Ukraine. Held 120 fights, won almost 100 of them. Competitor in the Lucky Punch fisticuffs league.

Recall that the father-in-law of the Ukrainian national team player Ivan Petryak gave his life defending his homeland from Russian invaders.