Pielieshenko, 30, is first Olympian to die in the war in UkraineTwo-time European champion joined Ukraine army in 2022
The first Olympian to die in the war in Ukraine has been announced. The weightlifter Oleksandr Pielieshenko, who finished fourth in the 85kg light-heavyweight category at the Rio Games in 2016, was killed defending his country on Sunday.
The news was confirmed by the National Olympic Committee of Ukraine, who said Pielieshenko died during combat operations.
