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MOSCOW – Prosecutors in Kazakhstan say Olympic figure skating medalist Denis Ten has been killed, and that they treat the case as a murder.
Kazakh news agencies report that Ten was stabbed after attempting to steal a mirror. from his car
Doctors from the city of Almaty say that he died at the hospital there. He was 25 years old.
Born in Kazakhstan to a family of Korean descent, Ten won bronze at the Winter Olympics in Sochi in 2014, becoming Kazakhstan's first figure skating medalist.
He has also won the four-continent championships He has battled injuries in recent years and could only manage 27th at the Pyeongchang Olympics in February
. With the loss of Denis Ten, the world of skating has lost our future leaders. Having recently worked with him, I was impressed by his vision and love for the world. He had infinite resources to offer and so eager to share.
– Kurt Browning (@KurtBrowning) July 19, 2018
My skater friend, @Tenis_Den has pbaded away today. He was so kind to everyone and a huge source of inspiration to me and so many other people. Murdered in the streets of Kazakhstan. Denis, thank you for showing us how to be a champion. Your time with us was too short. I love you forever.
– Adam Rippon (@Adaripp) July 19, 2018
My heart is heavy this morning when I learned of the loss of Denis Ten. May we all raise his family and friends in prayer and remember the legacy he leaves in figure skating.
– Scott Hamilton (@ ScottHamilton84) July 19, 2018
We are shocked and saddened by the news of the tragic death of Denis Ten. Our deepest condolences go out to Denis's family and friends, as well as to the worldwide skating family. pic.twitter.com/qqJRJ1KsvK
– Skate Canada / Skate Canada (@SkateCanada) July 19, 2018
Completely devastated by the death of Denis Ten. He was as bright and kind as he was talented. It's an incredible loss and tragedy. My heart is with his family and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/pXGB2OdvYg
– Johnny Weir (@JohnnyGWeir) July 19, 2018
It's sad to hear about the tragic death of Denis Ten. He was as kind as talented. It was an honor to share the ice with him. We will miss you a lot, Denis.
– Scott Moir (@ScottMoir) July 19, 2018
ISU is deeply saddened by media reports in Kazakhstan announcing the death of figure skater Denis Ten. Our sincere condolences go out to Denis's family, friends and fans around the world. pic.twitter.com/1w7Isb9HJC
– Figure Skating of the ISU (@ISU_Figure) 19 July 2018
"Denis Ten was a great athlete and a great ambbadador of his sport. A warm personality and a charming man, such a tragedy to lose him at such a young age. "- IOC President Thomas Bach pic.twitter.com/YIZhBHy6Fi
– Olympic Games (@Olympics) July 19, 2018
The News of The murder of @Tenis_Den strikes me particularly hard since I was training with him. His commitment to his training was something that I have always admired. It is hard to believe that he is no longer with us and that he will no longer be able to share his talents with us.
– Mirai Nagasu (@mirai_nagasu) 19 July 2018
I feel so honored and grateful to have shared the ice with @Tenis_Den . One of the most beautiful skaters to have honored our sport. My thoughts are with his family during this unimaginable time. I feel so lucky to have made memories with Denis that I will cherish forever …
– Patrick Chan (@Pchiddy) July 19, 2018
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