Vlad Zhyrnyi is the massage therapist of famous athletes who is missing at sea at Ursa BeachPhoto by Anvar Tushakov on Pexels
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Vlad Zhyrnyi is the massage therapist of famous athletes who is missing at sea at Ursa Beach

Notícias de Coimbra31 August 2026 at 17:41

Vlad Zhyrnyi, 26 years old, is a massage therapist for famous athletes who is missing after being caught by the surf while swimming with friends at Ursa Beach. The young man was accompanied by friends when he was surprised by the waves, which dragged him out to sea.

The maritime and rescue authorities immediately initiated search operations to try to locate Vlad Zhyrnyi. The sea conditions at Ursa Beach, known for its cliffs and strong currents, are believed to have contributed to the severity of the situation.

Vlad Zhyrnyi works as a specialized massage therapist with well-known athletes, although the specific identity of the athletes he works with is not mentioned in the article. The young man is 26 years old and his disappearance occurred during a moment of leisure with friends.

The searches continue at sea off Ursa Beach, a beach located in the Sintra region, known for its natural beauty and also for the risks associated with its waters. Until the time of writing the article, Vlad Zhyrnyi had not yet been found.

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