David Möller: State Secretary for Sports in the Ilm district visits!

David Möller: State Secretary for Sports in the Ilm district visits!

On Tuesday, August 15, 2025, David Möller, the former world-class luger and now State Secretary for Sport and Volunteering in the Thuringian State Chancellery, stopped off in the Ilm district. His goal? A direct exchange with the volunteers of the regional sports clubs. The visit was eagerly awaited by the local sports community as it was important to get a feel for the current situation on site. Möller looked for opportunities to improve the conditions for sport in the region and answered questions from the committed volunteers.

The mood during the visit was consistently positive. Möller's commitment has brought a breath of fresh air to the region. “It is important to me that we strengthen sport and the community,” said Möller, summing up his motivation. The exchange was a valuable opportunity for the volunteers to raise their concerns directly and exchange suggestions.

Sport in focus

But the topic of sport is not only current in Thuringia. On the same day that Möller was in the Ilm district, there was also a report about a boxing match that will take place on February 1, 2025. David Benavidez meets David Morrell Jr. at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Both fighters enter the ring with an unblemished record of 29-0 for Benavidez and 11-0 for Morrell, which only increases the anticipation for the duel. Benavidez is considered the favorite with odds of -190, while Morrell goes into the encounter as the underdog at +155.

Bennavidez is a two-time super middleweight world champion known for his versatile offensive style, while Morrell is valued for his technical ability and accuracy. This will be Morrell's first encounter with a former world champion at the peak of his career. The betting odds suggest Benavidez enters the fight with a higher chance of a KO/TKO victory, making the boxing event an exciting highlight of the year.

The fighters are both highly motivated and the fans can look forward to a thrilling evening. With the slogan “The best versus the best,” this fight looks poised to keep the boxing world on tenterhooks.

A look at the future

The connection between sport and volunteering remains a central theme, not only in Thuringia but also beyond. Möller's initiatives in the Ilm district are an example of how the basis of sport can be strengthened through commitment and exchange. As the boxing match between Benavidez and Morrell looms, it remains to be hoped that regional athletes will also benefit from such positive developments and can continue to live out their passion for the sport.