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Idi Amin's grandson, Aziz Abdul, was disqualified from the Commonwealth Games boxing tournament for a headbutt, dashing Uganda's hopes for a medal. In other boxing news, Ukrainian soldiers find therapeutic relief in the sport, while Canelo Álvarez contemplates retirement.
Idi Amin's Grandson Aims for Uganda's First Boxing Medal in 36 Years
Aziz Abdul, grandson of former Ugandan dictator Idi Amin, is on the verge of winning Uganda's first boxing medal in 36 years at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. The 25-year-old, competing in the 90+kg category, faces England's Damar Thomas in the quarter-finals, with a victory securing at least a bronze medal. Abdul, known by the nickname "Ringo," expressed his determination to win gol…
Canelo Álvarez says there's 'not much left' for him to do in boxing
Boxer Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez, a celebrated figure in the sport, indicated that his retirement from boxing is approaching. Now 36, Álvarez, who became the first undisputed super middleweight champion, t…
Idi Amin's grandson disqualified from Commonwealth Games boxing after headbutt
Aziz Abdul, the 25-year-old grandson of former Ugandan dictator Idi Amin, saw his Commonwealth Games debut end in controversy in Glasgow. Competing in the super heavyweight division, Abdul was disqual…
Boxing Rings Offer Ukrainian Soldiers a Therapeutic Outlet for War Trauma
In improvised boxing rings made from tires, the raw emotions and fierce blows exchanged between Ukrainian soldiers offer a powerful, albeit unconventional, form of therapy. For many returning fighters…
Idi Amin’s grandson disqualified from Commonwealth boxing bout
Aziz Abdul, grandson of former Ugandan president Idi Amin, saw his Commonwealth Games boxing aspirations end in disqualification. Competing in the super-heavyweight quarter-final in Glasgow, Abdul was…
Helmet Controversy Mars 'La Velada del Año VI' Boxing Match
A controversy surrounding a modified protective helmet used by Spanish creator Rocío López, known as RoRo, has surfaced following her boxing match against Mexican streamer Samy Rivera, "Rivers," at 'L…
