The disappearance of Dikembe Mutombo, Monday September 30, 2024, plunged the world of sport into total turmoil. The former basketball player died at the age of 58. When his death was announced, tributes poured in from everywhere. Politicians and athletes all salute the memory of this great sportsman, former NBA player.
“I am both very saddened by the physical death of Dikembe Mutombo at barely 58 years old but also happy to have known a compatriot who completely succeeded in his journey as an athlete becoming one of the best basketball players in the world,” said former sports minister François Kabulo.
He had a positive vision for Congolese sport. We must now honor him so that he can be remembered. May the Congolese people know that among the great men who have marked history, especially the history of sport throughout the world, there is a Congolese called Mutombo,” responded Didier Budimbu, current minister of sports. .
The footballer also paid tribute to Mutombo. Captain of the Leopards, defender Chancel Mbemba reacted on his Twitter account. » What a huge loss for our country. Rest in peace our legend.”
Like Chancel Mbemba, Jonathan Bolingi also paid tribute to the legend. “Rest in peace a great among the greatest @officialmutombo. The Legend »
Mutombo has inspired several generations of Congolese basketball players. In the NBA, he played more than 1200 games. And remains one of the best blockers in history, 4 times voted best defender in the NBA. In the country, taste plans to pay him deserved tributes. Former Minister of Sports, François Kabulo suggests that the Kinshasa Arena be named in the name of the legend.
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