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Vanes Martirosyan, a former Olympic boxer who competed professionally in the light middleweight and middleweight divisions, has died, officials said Sunday. He was 39.

The World Boxing Council announced Martirosyan’s death in a post on social media.

“Vanes Martirosyan is now resting in peace,” the organization wrote on Facebook. “He leaves us a profound legacy of resilience, an inspiring warrior spirit, and an unwavering love for life. Farewell, CHAMP!”

Martirosyan battled skin cancer for two years before his death, according to Ring Magazine.

He was born in Armenia but moved to Glendale, California, when he was young. He started boxing at the age of seven and went on to become an eight-time national champion and Golden Gloves winner.

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