After the fight with Russian Sergei Prikhodko, Rzayev got into a verbal altercation with Artur Kulinsky, who was part of Prikhodko’s team. During the altercation, Rzayev called his opponent a “Russian pig.”
Boxing Federation appeals to prosecutors over Azerbaijani fighter’s comments calling opponent ‘Russian pig’
Rzayev later apologized. He also said that he did not want to offend the Russians. However, the promotion has already disqualified the fighter and the Boxing Federation has contacted the prosecutor’s office.
“By the decision of the Russian Boxing Federation, the license of Hardcore FC has been temporarily suspended. The organization must also eliminate the identified violations and pay a fine in accordance with the regulations. In addition, Hardcore FC will compensate for the damage caused to the reputation of the Russian Boxing Federation. We remind you that in case of violation of the regulations, the league license may be revoked. “Law enforcement agencies are also conducting an investigation into the actions committed by the fighter of Hardcore FC,” the statement said.
Source: Sport
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