"I am running"

Ex-boxer Nader enters the political ring for Ludwig

(Bild: Mario Urbantschitsch)

Diplomacy instead of fighting, arguments instead of fists - Marcos Nader is exploring new terrain. Austria's former boxing figurehead becomes a politician. ÖFB captain David Alaba also likes that ...

"In the upcoming district council elections, I'm running in beautiful Ottakring on the team of district leader Stefanie Lamp," he lets the public know on Instagram. He is also on the list for the municipal council election of SPÖ Mayor Ludwig.

"Everything is politics"
The Vienna municipal council election - and also the district council election - will take place on April 27. Nader, now a retired boxing manager, is full of energy: "As a sports enthusiast, I have known this for many years: Everything is politics - whether in the ring or in parliament. My goal has always been to give children and young people in particular the best possible preparation for life through sport.

Alaba likes it
With Real defender David Alaba, the 34-year-old already has a prominent supporter at his side. "Bravo Marcos. Sport unites and promotes integration through team spirit and community," the ÖFB legionnaire shares similar views in the comments column. 

Of course, Nader cannot neglect his real hobby, boxing management, either. Especially as he is currently planning big things: The next Bounce Fight Night will take place on March 29. And in a new, larger dimension at the Multiversum Schwechat. 2700 spectators can look forward to six Olympic and seven professional fights. The most prominent stars: Fadi Merza, Seun Salami, Michaela Kotaskova and Mobin Kahraze.

- In the main fight, crowd favorite and reigning world champion Michaela Kotaskova will defend her WBF welterweight world title(Bild: Boxclub Bounce)

And neo-politician Marcos Nader as organizer and observer.