• Georgia O'Connor, a promising boxer, died at 25 after a battle with cancer.
• She was undefeated in her professional career and had recently married.
• O'Connor's achievements included a gold medal at the Commonwealth Youth Games.
• Tributes highlighted her fighting spirit and positive attitude despite her struggles.

Professional boxer Georgia O’Connor has died at the age of 25, just weeks after marrying her longtime boyfriend, Adriano Cardinali. O’Connor, who was diagnosed with metastatic cancer earlier this year, was celebrated as a brave and talented fighter. “The boxing community has lost a talented, courageous and determined young woman far too soon,” her promoter, Boxxer, expressed in a statement, emphasizing her role as a warrior both in and out of the ring according to BBC and HuffPost.

No cause of death has been disclosed; however, O’Connor had feared an aggressive cancer that her doctors labeled “incurable.” In an Instagram post on January 31, she smiled through her diagnosis and insisted she would receive the best treatment possible, showcasing her resilient spirit. O'Connor had previously won several accolades as a youth boxer, including gold at the Commonwealth Youth Games and was unbeaten in her professional career, having won all three of her fights between 2021 and 2022, according to LA Times and HuffPost.

Her promotion company similarly reflected on her legacy, detailing her rise in the sport and the profound impact she had on peers. “Georgia inspired many with her achievements in the ring and her spirit outside of it," the company stated, echoing sentiments from fellow boxers who praised her determination and infectious smile. O'Connor had previously opened up about her struggles with ulcerative colitis, showcasing her strength while competently managing pain during her fights according to BBC and LA Times.

In one of her final posts, O'Connor detailed her personal challenges, including a miscarriage and her optimism about fighting cancer, saying, “I still feel on top of the world!” This message of resilience resonated with both friends and fans, who took to social media to share tributes highlighting her inspiring energy and spirit. Fellow boxers and organizations are mourning her loss, with many stating that her legacy will endure within the boxing community according to LA Times and HuffPost.