Rising American boxer Hannah Rapp has tragically died after being struck by a car in Texas.The 26-year-old was reversed into by a vehicle which had passed and suddenly stopped while cycling along a highway and later passed away at hospital, according to the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office.‘Hanarchy’ was 8-1-1 as a professional boxer having made her debut in 2024Harry Aaron / Most Valuable PromotionsThe driver has been arrested and charged with manslaughter and transported to the Brazos County Detention Center without incident.Rapp turned professional in 2024 and challenged for the WBC featherweight title in her last bout on June 13, 2026, under the banner of Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions (MVP).She lost a unanimous decision to Tiara Brown after 10 rounds in what was just the first defeat of her 10-fight journey in the sweet science.‘An invaluable member of our boxing family’Brown called Rapp ‘the best dance partner I have ever faced as a pro’ in a tribute on social media.“When she asked for my autograph, it filled my heart because we were getting ready for war, yet she was still asking for my autograph,” Brown said.“It made me smile, we fought a great fight for the fans from the first bell to the last. It was my honor to share the ring with her.”MVP co-founder Paul said: “Gone too soon. Condolences to her entire clan. RIP warrior, Hannah Rapp.”MVP said in a statement its members were ‘heartbroken’ by Rapp’s tragic death.“Hannah competed on MVPW-04 in Orlando on June 13 and made a lasting impression on everyone who had the opportunity to meet her,” the promotion added.“She was a gifted athlete, a valued member of the boxing community, and someone who was deeply respected by those around her.Rapp went 10 rounds with WBC featherweight champion Brown in Orlando last monthHarry Aaron / Most Valuable PromotionsBrown signed an autograph for Rapp before they fought and called her the ‘best dance partner’ she ever facedHarry Aaron / Most Valuable Promotions“Our thoughts are with Hannah’s family, friends, teammates, coaches, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.“We are grateful to have shared a part of her journey and will honor her memory in the weeks ahead.“Rest in peace Hannah. You will be deeply missed.”WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman continued the tributes to Rapp, who ran track before she started her boxing career, having always wanted to pick up a martial art.“She was an exceptional boxer, but above all, an invaluable member of our boxing family,” Sulaiman said.The World Boxing Association has also extended ‘our deepest condolences’ to Rapp’s family and friends.Rapp said her ‘ultimate mission’ was to be the best person and boxer she possibly couldHarry Aaron / Most Valuable PromotionsMVP ‘will honour her memory in the weeks ahead’Harry Aaron / Most Valuable PromotionsSpeaking to Billionaire Boxing TV in November 2025, Rapp offered a glimpse into her mindset as she explained her ‘ultimate mission’ in the sport of boxing.“A lot of people focus on legacy and wanting to be remembered,” Rapp said.“I think that can get in the way of my ultimate mission, which is just trying to be the best that I can be, the best boxer and best person I can be.“I think people remember how you make them feel and less about how many world titles they had, how many fights they won or lost or whatever.“My time in boxing is limited. It is for everybody. We’re not able to do this in our seventies and eighties.“And I plan to be hopefully at least 100 years old, so I’m more than just a boxer, I want to do other things after the fact, but that’s way down the line, God willing I stay healthy and all that stuff.”Watch Boxing on DAZN*If you click a link in this boxout, we will earn affiliate revenueSign up to DAZN to access the definitive subscription for boxing fans.Upgrade to DAZN Ultimate from just £24.99/month, guaranteeing access to 185+ fights annually, a minimum of 12 pay-per-views at no extra cost, as well as every Lega Serie A match and other elite football access.Alternatively, DAZN Standard is just £15.99/month, with the caveat you will have to pay for pay-per-view events.Click here to sign up.