‘Our heroes deserve more’: Family’s fight for better boxing aftercare after ‘loveable’ champ’s death

KentOnline - Sep 27, 2026

The family of an ex-featherweight champion who has passed away aged 79 have reignited calls for better support for fighters in life outside the ring.

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