‘Accident’: Konstantin Koltsov’s ex-wife makes chilling claim regarding tragic death

The former ice hockey player’s ex-wife has broken her silence about the “unthinkable” death of Konstantin Koltsov, who passed away at a hotel in Miami.

Aryna Sabalenka opens up about tragic death of Konstantin Koltsov

The ex-wife of late sports star Konstantin Koltsov has made a chilling claim about the shock death of the former ice hockey player.

Koltsov, 42, died from an apparent suicide on Monday after falling from the 23rd floor of a Miami hotel.

Aryna Sabalenka with her former partner Konstantin Koltsov. Picture: Instagram

However, his ex-wife Julija Mikhailovahas, has now cast doubts over claims he took his own life.

Mikhailova, with whom Koltsov had three children, claims that he “was very likely drunk” when he died, The Sun reports.

She told Belarusian outlet Zerkalo: “Most likely, he was very drunk. Unfortunately, hockey players are sometimes guilty of this.

They had been a couple since 2021 but were not together when he died. Picture: Instagram

“Empty alcohol bottles were found in the room where Konstantin stayed. There was a balcony overlooking the ocean. Probably Konstantin did not keep track of his actions.

“We still have the old family computer with Konstantin’s email. I knew the passwords and managed to open some emails.

“Konstantin had further booked apartments in a different location.

“Purchases that have not yet arrived have been paid for. He rented a car for a long time.

“That is, he did not intend to die. Anything, of course, can go to your head, but there was no sign of tragedy.”

Aryna Sabalenka often posted pictures of the duo together. Picture: Instagram

Koltsov had been staying at the St Regis Bal Harbour Resort in Miami.

He is survived by children Daniel, 18, Alexander, 16, and Stefan, five.

Meanwhile, ex-girlfriend Aryna Sabalenka, has shared her heartbreak and revealed she had stopped dating the star before his untimely passing.

“Please respect my privacy and his family’s privacy during this difficult time,” she shared in an Instagram post.

The former tennis world number one, 25, had been dating Koltsov since the summer of 2021. She is in Florida for the Miami Open.

The second seed still intends to play the Masters 1000 tournament, and after receiving a first round bye, is due to face close friend Paula Badosa on Friday.

Aryna Sabalenka plans to play in Miami despite the tragedy. Picture: Instagram

‘It’s a very tough situation’

Ahead of her scheduled meeting with Sabalenka, Badosa said: “It’s a very tough situation.

“Yesterday I spoke with her. This morning the same. I know the entire situation, what is happening.

“That for me is a little bit shocking also to go through that because at the end she’s my best friend and I don’t want her to suffer. It’s a very tough situation.”

The Spaniard, 26, then added: “Playing against her, it’s also uncomfortable.

“But I don’t really want to talk about it because I said I’m not going to talk about it.

“She’s my best friend and I promised that. She’s a strong woman. I think she will get the power from somewhere. I hope it’s going to be a battle, a good match.”

- with The Sun

Originally published as ‘Accident’: Konstantin Koltsov’s ex-wife makes chilling claim regarding tragic death