Johannesburg – The SA department of Sport and Recreation paid tribute to boxer Mzwanele Kompolo who died on Tuesday.
Kompolo was knocked out during a fight on Tuesday, and was taken to hospital in Frere in the Eastern Cape where he later died.
The boxer experienced his knockout punch during the first round against Siphenathi Qampi and upon his collapse started to experience complications. Under the watchful eye of the ringside doctor, he was immediately treated on the spot. With his condition worsening he was transferred to Butterworth and later to Frere Hospital where he was comatose until his passing.
Minister of sport and recreation Fikile Mbalula expressed his condolences.
“It is indeed sad to hear of this news involving the passing of this young upcoming athlete,” said Mbalula.
“I am truly saddened by his passing especially during the period wherein we are still establishing the circumstances that led to the passing of the late Phindile Mwelase. Also, on behalf of my department of Sport And Recreation, our heartfelt condolences to the family and everyone associated with the young athlete. I am confident that BSA will do everything in its power to furnish us with all details.”
African News Agency