Claressa Shields: “I don’t hate Savannah, I have a lot of respect for her. She was a great dance partner and I will dance with her again.”

Claressa Shields: "I don't hate Savannah, I have a lot of respect for her. She was a great dance partner and I will dance with her again." I have been ringside when Claressa Shields and Savannah Marshall have traded blows with breathtaking ferocity. I have seen first-hand the two bitter rivals exchange venomous words unrelentingly … Continue reading Claressa Shields: “I don’t hate Savannah, I have a lot of respect for her. She was a great dance partner and I will dance with her again.” →

Caitlin Parker: “I want to win an Olympic gold medal more than anything. It’s what I think about all the time. It’s all I have ever dreamed of.”

Caitlin Parker: "I want to win an Olympic gold medal more than anything. It's what I think about all the time. It's all I have ever dreamed of." I last interviewed the Australian Olympic hopeful Caitlin Parker nearly three years ago. Parker was then temporarily residing in Sheffield. The Australian team was in town. Moving … Continue reading Caitlin Parker: “I want to win an Olympic gold medal more than anything. It’s what I think about all the time. It’s all I have ever dreamed of.” →

Kate McLaren: “I really want to be a world champion, and that takes sacrifice, hard work, and dedication, and that is what I am willing to do. I am all in.”

Kate McLaren: "I really want to be a world champion, and that takes sacrifice, hard work, and dedication, and that is what I am willing to do. I am all in." A lot has changed since I last spoke to Kate McLaren late last year. Last December, McLaren was still in the unbeaten ranks. Six … Continue reading Kate McLaren: “I really want to be a world champion, and that takes sacrifice, hard work, and dedication, and that is what I am willing to do. I am all in.” →

Imogen McDonnell: “I want to be a better version of myself, and I want to reach my full potential.”

Imogen McDonnell: "I want to be a better version of me, and I want to reach my full potential."Another day was drawing to a close. Another day on a hospital ward was over. Another training session had just been completed as I connected over Zoom with the Australian amateur boxer Imogen McDonnell. "I live in … Continue reading Imogen McDonnell: “I want to be a better version of myself, and I want to reach my full potential.” →

Chloe Watson: “You will definitely see me fighting for world titles within the next twelve months.”

Chloe Watson: "You will definitely see me fighting for world titles within the next twelve months." It was late last year when I last caught up with the unbeaten Birkenhead flyweight hopeful Chloe Watson. It was Fight Week for the highly-touted prospect. The vacant European flyweight title was on the line in … Continue reading Chloe Watson: “You will definitely see me fighting for world titles within the next twelve months.” →

Megan Redstall: “I will reach the end goal of being a world champion, no matter how long it takes.”

Megan Redstall: "I will reach the end goal of being a world champion, no matter how long it takes." The unbeaten flyweight contender Megan Redstall returns to action this Saturday night in Bristol, hoping to make up for lost time after having only one fight since 2022. A win on Saturday night could push her … Continue reading Megan Redstall: “I will reach the end goal of being a world champion, no matter how long it takes.” →

Macaulay McGowan: “I look back at that nine-year-old version of me and think he’d be happy with who I’ve become and what I’ve achieved.”

Macaulay McGowan: “I look back at that nine-year-old version of me and think he’d be happy with who I’ve become and what I’ve achieved.” By Matt Elliott This Friday, Macaulay McGowan fights for the EBU European super welterweight title as he faces reigning champion Abass Baraou in Bolton. It is the biggest opportunity of his … Continue reading Macaulay McGowan: “I look back at that nine-year-old version of me and think he’d be happy with who I’ve become and what I’ve achieved.” →

Shona Whitwell: “After spending eight years at GB, I just feel let down and heartbroken. Going to the Olympics was always my dream.”

Shona Whitwell: "After spending eight years at GB, I just feel let down and heartbroken. Going to the Olympics was always my dream." If ever a headline says everything, it is the one above. Eight years of blood, sweat, and tears. Eight years of unwavering loyalty. That's what Shona Whitwell has given in pursuit of … Continue reading Shona Whitwell: “After spending eight years at GB, I just feel let down and heartbroken. Going to the Olympics was always my dream.” →

Crystal Chambers: “Boxing is all I have left of my dad. I’ve been pulling myself out of tough places since I was a child, and that has shown me that I am built to last.”

Crystal Chambers: "Boxing is all I have left of my dad. I’ve been pulling myself out of tough places since I was a child, and that has shown me that I am built to last." It was very much a blank canvas. A new story to tell. But with little information on hand, I wasn't … Continue reading Crystal Chambers: “Boxing is all I have left of my dad. I’ve been pulling myself out of tough places since I was a child, and that has shown me that I am built to last.” →

Chantelle Cameron: “I want to be in the big fights and become a world champion again. But I just want to be happy and enjoy fighting again.”

Chantelle Cameron: “I want to be in the big fights and become a world champion again. But I just want to be happy and enjoy fighting again.” There is something different now about Chantelle Cameron. A fighter who has struggled in many ways since she turned professional in 2017. Cameron has spent a significant amount … Continue reading Chantelle Cameron: “I want to be in the big fights and become a world champion again. But I just want to be happy and enjoy fighting again.” →