The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani expressed her condolences to the family, the “Prishtina” Boxing Club and the sports community on the occasion of the passing away of the Kosovar boxing legend, Mr. Xhevdet Peci.
“I received with great pain the news of the early departure of the Kosovar boxing legend, Mr. Xhevdet Peci. He represented us worthily in this sport and made us proud at difficult times. He left behind a sensational history in the sport of boxing, being champion several times in a row and will remain a role model to the current and future generations in this sport. We will eternally remember Xhevdet Peci's iron glove. I convey my most sincere condolences to his family, friends and to the sports community! ”states President Osmani's message of condolence.