Puerto Rican great Wilfredo Gomez has died at the age of 69, it has been confirmed.Gomez is widely considered the greatest boxer in Puerto Rican history, having amassed a wave of achievements and accolades across his 15-year career.Gomez, 69, was an incredible fighter known for his formidable punching powerGettyThe boxing icon had been struggling with medical conditions including brain issues, which led to his son raising concerns about his health this week.He had been hospitalised on this occasion for two weeks with breathing issues.Wilfredo Gomez passes awayAnd it has since been announced that the 69-year-old has passed surrounded by his family.The former WBO president Paco Valcarcel was first to confirm his tragic passing on social media.He posted: “He passed away a few hours ago, the one to whom I owe having entered the great family of International Boxing. “Rest in peace, my eternal champion Wilfredo “Bazooka” Gomez.”The Hall of Fame legend retired in 1989, having become a world champion in three weight classes in a formidable career.Known for his ferocious punching power which saw him coined the nickname ‘Bazooka’, Gomez was a true inspiration to millions who wanted to blast their way into the sport.WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman was another to pay tribute to the sporting legend.The governing body wrote: “In light of this irreparable loss, World Boxing Council (WBC) President Mauricio Sulaimán Saldívar, on behalf of the entire Green and Gold family. Gomez had an incredible career which saw him reach heights rarely reached by a Puerto Rican fighter“They extend a heartfelt message of solidarity, comfort, and deepest condolences to his children, family, friends, and the Puerto Rican fans mourning one of the greatest icons in the history of the sport.”Gomez’s careerGomez had a real talent in the sport and had an incredible attitude, which saw him achieve all he set out too.That was epitomised by the fact he drew his first professional fight in 1974, but went on to win the next 32 and become one of the sport’s most dominant superstars.Gomez went on to lose just three times in the paid ranks, and bounced back from every one brilliantly.He went out on a high with a huge stoppage victory in his final fight against Mario Salazar, a fitting end to an incredible resume.The Puerto Rican’s achievements were later recognised as he was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame six years later.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.