Author: Rachel Maddow

Authorities have launched a new investigation after Nottinghamshire father Chris Harpin died in Alicante on June 23.Harpin, aged 51, worked as a coach at Eastwood Amateur Boxing Club in Eastwood and was widely admired. Inquest Opens at Nottingham Coroner’s Court Coroner Sarah Wood opened an inquest on September 17 to examine the circumstances of Harpin’s death.The hearing revealed a post-mortem indicated a provisional cause of death as traumatic chest injury.Coroner Wood said, “I have now opened an inquest touching on the death of Christopher Harpin.”She adjourned the hearing to allow further inquiries and will set a date for the inquest…

India sent a 20-member squad to the inaugural World Boxing event under the new 2023 governing body. The team won three medals, marking a breakthrough on the international stage. Nupur guaranteed the first medal for India in Liverpool, becoming a trailblazer for her country. “I won my medal before the others did. I felt proud representing India,” Nupur told ANI after arriving in Delhi. Her achievement energized the team, later followed by gold medals for Jaismine and Minakshi Hooda. Heart-Stopping Final Bout Nupur faced Poland’s Agata Kaczmarska in the final, losing narrowly 2-3. Her height and reach advantage could not…

Terence Crawford maintained his perfect record by outboxing Canelo Alvarez in front of 70,482 fans at Allegiant Stadium. Crawford relied on sharp movement and precise punches to win a close unanimous decision over twelve rounds. Judges scored the fight 116-112, 115-113, and 115-113, giving Crawford his 42nd victory. The Omaha native frustrated Canelo with constant jabs and footwork that limited the Mexican star’s ability to connect cleanly. Canelo pressed forward throughout the bout and landed heavy body shots when he closed the distance. Crawford’s defensive strategy, however, prevented him from sustaining pressure. Strategy and Turning Points Crawford’s game plan relied…

Molly McCann retired from MMA earlier this year and quickly entered professional boxing with success. She defeated Kate Radomska in her debut on September 13 at Windsor Park in Belfast, Northern Ireland. McCann fought under a Matchroom Boxing event, marking her first steps into the squared circle. From Octagon to Ring McCann competed in MMA for 10 years, becoming Cage Warriors women’s flyweight champion before signing with UFC in 2018. She earned a 7-7 record in the UFC, finishing her run with a loss to Alexia Thainara at UFC London in March. Radomska’s professional boxing record now drops to 4-7…

John Roby knows how crucial it is to rise after being knocked down in the ring and in life. The Fort Dodge native says bouncing back after a tough hit proves as important outside boxing as inside it. Message of Perseverance Roby urges young people: “Don’t give up. Keep moving. Stay positive.” He emphasizes that persistence defines champions, both in sports and everyday life. Career Lessons Roby held the International Boxing Organization’s super featherweight title from 1993 to 1994. He credits his ability to keep rising, despite setbacks, as the foundation of his success. Mentoring Youth Roby has shared his…

Sydney Sweeney takes on the role of legendary boxer Christy Martin in the biopic Christy, directed by David Michôd. The film dramatizes the life of Martin, who rose from small-town West Virginia in the ’70s and ’80s to global fame. Martin became the first woman inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2020. Christy premieres in theaters on November 7, arriving just in time for awards season. Story of a Trailblazer The film shows Christy Martin (Sweeney) discovering her natural ability for boxing while living in West Virginia. Guided by her trainer and husband Jim (Ben Foster), she…

Mike Tyson revealed he used fentanyl multiple times during his boxing career to manage pain. He said he first used it in the late 1990s to treat a toe injury. Tyson compared fentanyl to heroin, describing withdrawal symptoms when the effects wore off. A friend told him the drug was a narcotic and illegal if detected in his bloodstream. Boxing, Drugs, and Role Model Questions Tyson said he does not aim to be a role model despite his successes and controversies. He considers cannabis safer than alcohol, cocaine, or fentanyl for pain or recreation. Tyson acknowledged his public image includes…

Joey Essex’s boxing debut could face uncertainty after his opponent announced plans to challenge the result. Essex, 35, made his professional debut last month at the latest Misfits event in Manchester. He secured a points victory over Portuguese influencer Numeiro, overcoming standing counts in both the fourth and final rounds. Opponent Challenges Decision Numeiro, 27, whose real name is Joao Barbosa, revealed plans to appeal the fight’s outcome. Barbosa told IFL TV he repeatedly received professional feedback suggesting Essex should not have won. He described the result as unfair, claiming refereeing mistakes cost him the victory. Barbosa said he consulted…

Nikhat Zareen carried her aura of discipline, setbacks, and triumphs into the ring once again on Tuesday. The two-time world champion absorbed Yuma Nishinaka’s early aggression before dictating the fight with sharp counters and relentless pace. After three commanding rounds, judges handed Zareen a unanimous 5-0 verdict, securing her spot in the 51kg quarterfinals. Clash with Turkish Champion Looms The victory set up a quarterfinal against Turkey’s Buse Naz Cakiroglu, one of the division’s most decorated fighters. Cakiroglu, a two-time Olympic silver medallist and former world champion, poses a major challenge to Zareen’s third crown pursuit. Fans worldwide eagerly anticipate…

France’s parliament voted Monday to remove the prime minister, heightening a political crisis and leaving President Emmanuel Macron with the task of appointing his fifth premier in under two years. Francois Bayrou, 74, took office only nine months ago. Following the vote, he must resign, forcing Macron to navigate limited options as financial markets show concern over France’s political and fiscal instability. Bayrou called the vote unexpectedly to gain parliamentary backing for his plan to reduce a rising deficit. France’s deficit is nearly double the European Union’s 3% ceiling, while the national debt has climbed to 114% of GDP. The…