Funeral this week
Australian fencer dies at 26
December 10, 2024 – 8:05 a.mReading time: 1 min.
The Australian fencing community mourns the loss of Boston Fawkes-Kotevski. The athlete still had a lot planned – and now suddenly died.
He had big dreams and wanted to achieve a lot in sports. But Boston Fawkes-Kotevski has now died at the age of 26. The Australian Fencing Association announced this on Instagram. A statement said that Fawkes-Kotevski was an “influential figure”. A cause of death is not given. It continues: “Off the piste, Boston was a proud father and loving husband.”
Fawkes-Kotevski’s wife Alexandra shared a story highlight on Instagram titled “RIP Boston.” The two would soon be celebrating their first wedding anniversary. They also have a son together.
The Australian association also wrote in a second post on Instagram that the memorial service will take place on December 14th at 11am at the Lotus Pavilion in Macquarie Park. The association also said: “Please continue to think of Boston’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.”
Friends, fans and companions of the fencer can register for the memorial event to say goodbye together. A link has been provided for this on social media.
Boston Fawkes-Kotevski has won several medals since 2009. Including ten gold medals in various competitions. Among other things, at the national junior and U15 competitions.