'Shock': Veteran Fighter Who Aimed for World No. 1 Falls into Coma Immediately After Sparring... "I Won't Lose Hope"

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Raven Chapman, a 32-year-old female professional boxer with experience in world title fights, collapsed due to a brain hemorrhage during sparring training in Denmark and underwent emergency surgery. After falling into a coma, she recently stopped receiving sedatives and has entered a recovery phase, bringing relief to the boxing community.

U.S. combat sports media 'MMA News' reported on the 8th (Korea time) that "British female boxer Chapman, who faced a life-threatening emergency during a sparring session in Denmark, has begun a long recovery journey." The report added that "Chapman, diagnosed with a brain aneurysm and cerebral edema, fell into artificial coma following emergency surgery, but recently stopped receiving sedatives and is preparing for transfer to the UK."

Chapman's management company, Boat Boxing, conveyed her current status through its official social networking service (SNS). The agency stated, "We have stopped administering sedatives to Chapman over the past 24 hours. She continues to receive treatment under medical supervision while awaiting transfer to a hospital in the UK." It further noted, "The rehabilitation process in the UK is expected to take some time."

Additionally, "Local medical staff in Denmark are doing their utmost for Chapman's recovery and have not lost hope. Chapman's family members are also by her side in Denmark during this difficult period," it added.

Previously, U.S. sports specialty media 'ESPN' also reported in detail on the 5th about Chapman's emergency surgery and hospitalization.

According to statements from 'ESPN' and Chapman's management company, Chapman suddenly collapsed immediately after finishing a sparring session in Denmark on July 24. Transported by helicopter to a nearby hospital by emergency responders who arrived at the scene, Chapman was diagnosed with brain hemorrhage, brain aneurysm, and cerebral edema following detailed examinations.

Medical staff immediately performed emergency surgery to stop the bleeding and stabilize the swelling. It is understood that Chapman was induced into artificial coma right after the surgery to monitor her condition.

Chapman is a veteran boxer with a professional record of 10 wins and 2 losses. In October 2024, she faced Sky Nicholson in the first-ever women's world title fight held in Saudi Arabia for the WBC featherweight title but suffered a unanimous decision loss.

As news of Chapman's shocking accident spread, messages of condolence and support poured out from the entire boxing community. A donation campaign was even launched through a sponsorship platform to help with Chapman's treatment and rehabilitation.

Frank Warren, president of 'Queensberry Promotion', a prominent promoter who previously worked with Chapman, offered his support via personal SNS: "I've been thinking about Chapman since this morning. I sincerely hope she overcomes this trial safely and returns home. Everyone is supporting her."

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