Hanna Holden: "I want more than just titles, I want to ensure my success inspires." Hanna Holden is only sixteen years old. But Holden has packed a lot into her young life. Born in the Philippines, before settling in the UK in 2016 after a spell in the United Arab Emirates. Holden found her way … Continue reading Hanna Holden: “I want more than just titles, I want to ensure my success inspires.”
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Linn Sandström: A Story of Perseverance
Linn Sandström: A Story of Perseverance Linn Sandström had a beyond difficult start to her boxing career. Sandström was once an international table tennis star. But if Sandström thought that success would be immediately replicated in her new sport, she would be immensely disappointed. Sandström turned professional in 2020, but her first four fights only … Continue reading Linn Sandström: A Story of Perseverance
Jordan Barker-Porter: “I just want to have some fun, ideally win a title, and ultimately, just be happy.”
Jordan Barker-Porter: “I just want to have some fun, ideally win a title, and ultimately, just be happy.” By Matt Elliott 2024 was a busy year for Jordan Barker-Porter. As well as fighting on three occasions, she opened a new gym, launched a 12-week fitness journal, and even found time to grow her social media … Continue reading Jordan Barker-Porter: “I just want to have some fun, ideally win a title, and ultimately, just be happy.”
Beyond The Ropes: Alexis Proctor
Beyond The Ropes: Alexis Proctor Alexis Proctor started her sporting life in gymnastics. But after watching a Rocky film, she made an unlikely switch to boxing. Proctor is now aiming for Olympic gold in Los Angeles. "I started in gymnastics when I was six, and I competed in that until 2020," Proctor told me over … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: Alexis Proctor
Rhiannon Dixon: On Reflection
Rhiannon Dixon: On Reflection The pre-fight narrative and pre-fight odds indicated that Rhiannon Dixon would lose to Terri Harper on Saturday in Sheffield. But the script wasn't followed, and both fighters now have their immediate career trajectories changed as a result. In simple terms, Harper just knew a little too much for a fighter still … Continue reading Rhiannon Dixon: On Reflection




