Josh Frederiksen dead at 36: Former champion boxer tragically dies in horrific skydiving accident as tributes paid

Former Australian boxing champion Josh Frederiksen has died at the age of 36 following a skydiving accident near Brisbane. Frederiksen was participating in a routine jump at Skydive Ramblers Toogoolawah when severe turbulence led to a hard landing. Although his parachute deployed as planned, he sustained critical chest, pelvic, and abdominal injuries and later died at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital.

Frederiksen was an experienced skydiver with over 100 jumps, and the Australian Parachute Federation released a statement expressing deep sadness over his passing. During his professional boxing career, Frederiksen competed in 20 bouts, securing 13 victories, five defeats, and two draws. Friends and loved ones have since paid emotional tributes honoring his character and legacy.