EOC mourns loss of Azad Rahimov

The European Olympic Committee (EOC) has expressed condolences regarding the Azerbaijani Minister of Youth and Sports Azad Rahimov.

Azerbaijan's Minister of Youth and Sport Azad Rahimov passed away on April 30 in New York due to a severe illness.

Rahimov, aged 57, was a key figure in launching the first European Games in Baku in 2015.

The Olympic family of Europe sends its sincerest condolences to his family and the NOC of Azerbaijan.

Besides, the Greek Olympic Committee (HOC) also stated condolences. HOC President Spyros Kapralos said Rahimov's death deeply saddened him.

Azad Rahimov was buried in the 2nd Alley of Honors.