Boxing is a vicious sport by nature. Two men get into a ring and one man leaves victorious. But that doesn't mean boxers go into the ring with the intention to hurt their opponents beyond knocking them down. Which is why the death of Patrick Day is so damn sad.
As spectators we love to see a good bout and even better knock-outs, but this past weekends fight between Charles Conwell and Patrick Day has left a sad cloud over the sport.
Patrick Day was knocked-out in the 10th round and later slipped into a coma before having an emergency brain surgery. And four days later he died of his injuries.
Charles Conwell took to Instagram to address his death and made mention that he is considering if boxing is still right for him.
Conwell was not the only person greatly affected by Day's death and shortly after the news broke many people expressed their sadness over the tragic event.
Patrick Day’s death has got me fucked up ,I followed him on Instagram and observed his training from the outside . Seemed like a genuinely great soul with an incredible spirit and outlook on life . His message leading up to his death was to live fully . I will Pat thank you
— Eddie Alvarez (@Ealvarezfight) October 17, 2019
Our deepest condolences to the family, friends and the team of Patrick Day. Rest In Peace Pat.
— Gennadiy Golovkin (@GGGBoxing) October 17, 2019
RIP young King
— Amanda Serrano (@Serranosisters) October 17, 2019
Patrick Day All Day!
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