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Hugo becomes second boxer in a week to die from injuries

Hugo Santillan, 23, Passes Away From Injuries After Draw

Tributes have been paid to boxer Hugo Santillan after the 23-year-old died from injuries suffered in a fight last Saturday.

Santillan drew with Eduardo Javier Abreu over 10 rounds in San Nicolas in his homeland before he collapsed as he raised his arms in celebration at the final bell.

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