Losing a loved one might be the worst thing someone has to go through. It not only shakes your life completely but also the impact of the loss can stay with you for a very long time. You come out on the other side a completely different person. The undisputed female super featherweight champion Alycia Baumgardner lost her father Mario Guzman on May 1st, 2024 and still has not come to terms with the tragic loss.

Baumgardner shared a deep bond with her father, who played an essential role in her life and career. She has always expressed immense gratitude for his love and support, which made his death feel like an unbearable blow. Reflecting on her loss, she shared, “A piece of me broke today. My life has forever changed.” The pain of such a cruel loss has left the Michigan native struggling to make sense of a life without her father.

Alycia Baumgardner is still overwhelmed by the loss

Baumgardner took to ‘X’ to share the lingering feelings of grief and sorrow that she hadn’t yet overcome. On ‘X,’ she openly shared her emotional struggle, admitting that she’s still finding it difficult to accept the harsh reality. “Still in disbelief about my dad being gone,” stated the boxer in an emotional confession.

Grief, as Baumgardner describes, comes in waves, striking her unexpectedly even during her routine activities. She poignantly shared one such moment a few months ago: “I was working out today and it hit me, my dad not calling to check up on me anymore. I’m hurt I’ll keep pushing though.”

It will be hard to move on from such agony, but Alycia Baumgardner is a warrior and has been since her childhood. She has fought various fights in her life and has always come out on top and she is in no mood to give up, even in these tough times.

A Fighter’s Resolve

The Ohio-born boxer might be in grief, but she still has not forgotten her promise to her father. She got into boxing when her father asked her if she wanted to try boxing. Baumgardner agreed to try it out and there was no looking back. She remembers the things her father taught her and always tries to make him proud and she won’t back down from any challenge that life throws at her. As she stated, “He wouldn’t want any less of the work I been putting in to beat anyone in my way! Watch this breakthrough!” while remembering her father.

The boxing world has rallied around Baumgardner in this difficult time, with even longtime rival Claressa Shields offering her condolences. This show of unity highlights the deep respect and compassion the community feels for Baumgardner, reinforcing that while she may feel alone in her grief, she is not without support. Make sure to leave a message for Alycia Baumgardner down below in this tough time.