American Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) athlete Victoria Lee died at the age of 18, her sister Angela Lee shared the news on social media.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The American, who competed in One Championship, passed away on December 26. However, the cause of her death is unknown.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"On December 26, 2022 our family experienced something no family should ever have to go through... It is incredibly difficult to say this... Our Victoria passed away," Angela said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Victoria had earned three victories in her ONE career, last defeating Victoria Souza via second-round TKO in September 2021.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong paid tribute to Victoria on social media.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"I am heartbroken by Victoria Lee's passing. I first met Victoria when she was 11 years old. I watched her blossom over the years as a martial artist and a human being. She was an extraordinary martial arts prodigy even back then, but I could see that she was so much more than that. She wanted to use her life to help the world. I will always remember Victoria for the beautiful and precious soul that she was. May you rest in peace, Victoria. We will all miss you," Sityodtong said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"Unbelievable and Heartbreaking. Rest in peace my condolences to the Family," India's MMA fighter Ritu Phogat also paid her condolences on Victoria's tragic death.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"I am heartbroken by Victoria Lee's passing. I first met Victoria when she was 11 years old. I watched her blossom over the years as a martial artist and a human being. She was an extraordinary martial arts prodigy even back then, but I could see that she was so much more than that. She wanted to use her life to help the world. I will always remember Victoria for the beautiful and precious soul that she was. May you rest in peace, Victoria. We will all miss you," Sityodtong said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n