Wladimir Klitschko rescued from burning yacht in Spain

Former heavyweight world champion Wladimir Klitschko has been saved from a burning yacht.

The 43-year-old Ukranian, who retired from boxing in August 2017, was on holiday off the coast of Mallorca.

It is believed he was rescued, along with family and friends, by Spanish coastguard.

He wrote on Twitter: "Our trip Sunday night ended up in our boat igniting and family and friends being evacuated by coastguard and fire rescue team."

"No worries: we are all fine!"

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