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Alejandra Oliveras Dies at 47 After Two-Week Stroke Battle

Her two-week battle with stroke complications ended on July 28, prompting official tributes from President Javier Milei alongside the World Boxing Council

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Overview

  • Oliveras suffered a stroke on July 14 at José María Cullen Hospital in Santa Fe and died two weeks later at age 47
  • The provincial government of Santa Fe declared three days of official mourning following her passing
  • The World Boxing Council honored her record as a six-time world champion across four weight classes and a pioneer for women’s boxing
  • President Javier Milei paid tribute to “La Locomotora,” praising her as always on the correct side
  • After retiring in 2017, Oliveras founded Team Locomotora for COVID-19 food drives and won election as a constitutional delegate in 2025 to champion sports rights