Mourning in Romania. A great champion died. “He suffered a long and discreet suffering”

The sad news was even given by the Romanian Wrestling Federation, on its Facebook page.

Known as one of Romania’s great athletes, Gheorghe Broșteanu was a great wrestling coach and medalist at the European Championships, but also a technician at CS Unirea Iași and an honorary member of FRL.

However, the reason for the death of the great technician was not specified, but it is mentioned that he suffered “a long and discreet suffering”.

The shocking message from the Romanian Wrestling Federation

“The Romanian Wrestling Federation sadly announces the disappearance of maestro Gheorghe Broșteanu, an emblematic figure of wrestling. A medalist in the European Championships, but also a talent finder as a coach in CS Unirea Iasi, Honorary Member of FRL, Master Gheorghe Broșteanu passed away after a long and discreet suffering.

The Romanian Wrestling Federation expresses its regret and sends its sincere condolences to the family! The Romanian fights lost a man, athlete and coach of indisputable value. Good way, master! Respect! ”, It is shown in the message sent by the Romanian Wrestling Federation.

Broşteanu won the silver medal in 1982, in the 90 kg category, at the European Championships.

In addition, the well-known coach was a multiple national champion and winner of numerous international tournaments, but also an Honorary Citizen of Iasi.

Alexandru Serafim, another great athlete passed away

As sports enthusiasts well know, Dan Serafim, one of the most appreciated coaches in Romanian athletics, passed away just a few months ago. He took his last breath on August 14, at the age of 79. According to information published in the press, the cause of Alexandru Serafim’s death was apparently kidney failure.

The pitching teacher, a leading figure in internal athletics, was loved by his students and was the type of coach who had a good word for everyone.

Dan Serafim was part of the Romanian athletics team squad in four editions of the Olympic Games, and the throwing teacher was well liked by his students, being considered one of the friendly coaches, who always encouraged them and said a word to them . well, according to cancan.ro