Musa Tajmazov, Paralympic gold medalist, dies at 42

Paralympic champion and world record holder Musa Tajmazov has passed away at the age of 42. Tajmazov was a prominent figure in Russian sports, most notably winning the gold medal in javelin throw at the Tokyo Paralympic Games.

His career achievements also included a bronze medal at the 2019 World Championships. The news of his death was confirmed by Fyodor Shchukin, the acting head of the Republic of Dagestan, who described Tajmazov as a symbol of unwavering will and courage.

According to his brother, Said Tajmazov, the cause of death was related to pyelonephritis, which led to an infection, followed by sudden shock and a coma.