He was 26: Ukrainian discus thrower killed in war

The Ukrainian Athletics Federation (UAF) reported the tragic loss. The athlete served in the special unit "Omega".

«We express our deepest condolences to the hero’s family and thank him for his courage and dedication. Thanks to people like him, we have the chance to live and continue fighting.

We urge the international community to pay attention to yet another crime committed by the aggressor state. This shouldn’t happen. Another loss that breaks the heart of the Ukrainian athletics community."

Rymaruk was 26 years old, leaving behind a wife and a young daughter.

Vitaliy was a champion of Ukraine among youth and a prize-winner at the junior level.