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January 28, 2020 The investigation into the causes of the helicopter crash in which Kobe Bryant and eight other people died has continued. Investigators reported that they had acquired the final communications from the helicopter pilot who was climbing in altitude to avoid the cloud layer. The pilot had asked for a special authorization to fly in the thick fog a few minutes before the crash and was at a height of 427 meters. Then he asked the flight controllers to provide an assistant to follow the flight but was told that the helicopter was flying too low. About four minutes later, the pilot informed that he was going up to avoid a layer of clouds. When asked what he intended to do, there was no answer. Radar data indicate that the helicopter had risen to 701 meters and then began to plummet to the left.

"The whole world of sport is saddened by the death of Kobe Bryant. A sadness that has its foundation not only in its abilities and popularity but also because it was formed in our country and in our elementary and middle schools". So the president Sergio Mattarella remembered the disappearance of the champion Nba Kobe Bryant, trained in Italy where he spent 7 years as a boy. "And the commonality of studies is the one that really binds humanity more than political, institutional and economic ties and is antidote to international uncertainties," he added.

"I didn't know Bryant personally but I was always impressed with the way he never avoided taking a firm stance against racism. It made him a true model for other high profile sports stars." These are the words of Aleksander Ceferin, UEFA president , who wanted to pay homage to the figure of Kobe Bryant. "It is impossible to understand the pain of his family right now. The world of sport is united in supporting them." Ceferin refers to Bryant's comments on January 16 about recent racist football incidents, particularly in Italy, where the LA Lakers star lived for six to 13 years.

Nike has decided to withdraw from its online store all items related to Kobe Bryant , the former NBA star who died in a helicopter accident on Sunday together with his daughter and 7 other people. To write it is the American sports site ESPN explaining how the news has been confirmed by sources inside the company which, to date, is also evaluating how to remodel the strategy related to the new series of shoes, designed by the former Lakers player, the whose launch was near. More than 100 basketball players belonging to the League already wear footwear whose design has been curated in the past by Bryant.

A sweatshirt with the initials KB, numbers 8-24 and a heart, worn before the match with Milos Raonic in the Australian Open quarter-finals. So Novak Djokovic wanted to pay homage to Kobe Bryant , who died on Sunday in a tragic helicopter accident in which 8 other people died, including the 13 year old daughter Gianna. The Serbian appeared visibly affected by the tragedy that hit Bryant. The two knew each other pretty well, as confirmed by Djokovic at the end of the match won three sets to zero: "We had met and talked on more than one occasion. He helped me a lot in 2018, when I was unable to play because of the my elbow problem. His words were an inspiration to get back to winning. "

In agreement with the Serie A League , Milan will wear mourning on their arm in memory of the legend of basketball and the great Rossoneri fan Kobe Bryant. The entire San Siro audience will also observe a moment of tribute and recollection just a few minutes from the starting whistle.

"Kobe, I will collect your witness": so in a moving post Lebron James expresses his sorrow for the death of Kobe Bryant. "I am not ready - LeBron begins - but here I am. I am in front of the PC trying to write something but every time I try I start crying at the thought of you, of Gigi and friendship, of the bond and brotherhood that we He united. " "I heard your voice on Sunday morning" writes Lebron again, referring to the compliment call received by Bryant, who has just climbed to third place in the ranking of the greatest filmmakers always in the NBA. "I never thought that this would be our last conversation. My heart is broken, my brother is destroyed. I love you like an older brother, my thoughts now go to Vanessa and the girls. I promise you that I will collect yours witness". Lebron then concludes with a commitment: "I feel it is my responsibility to load your legacy on my shoulders and continue what you have done! I ask heaven to give me strength and to assist me in this mission: we will take care of it now" .

The NBA has postponed the challenge between Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers on Tuesday 28 January at the Staples Center. "The decision - reads the statement - was made out of respect for the Lakers organization, which is deeply saddened by the tragic loss of its legend Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna and seven other people in a Sunday helicopter accident". No new dates have been set for the Los Angeles derby.

Kobe Bryant will be included in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame as early as 2020. The former Los Angeles Lakers star will join that close circle of personalities and characters, players, referees and coaches, who are recognized as having had a particular impact in the history of basketball.