In the 2024 Boxing 2nd World Qualification Tournament held in Bangkok, Thailand, Lewis Richardson from Great Britain showcased his impressive skills and secured a spot in the semi-finals with a dominating win over Angel Gabriel Llanos Perez from Puerto Rico. This victory also earned him a quota spot for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Richardson was overwhelmed by his achievement, highlighting the years of hard work and dedication that went into reaching this milestone. He also expressed gratitude to those who supported and motivated him throughout his journey.
In another match in the men’s 71kg category, Aidan Walsh, a bronze medallist from Tokyo 2020, faced a tough challenge against Zeyad Eashash from Jordan. Despite taking a break from boxing to focus on his mental health after the Tokyo Olympics, Walsh managed to make a strong comeback in the World Qualification tournaments. Meanwhile, Polish Olympian Damian Durkacz emerged victorious in his fight against Jorge Cuellar from Cuba, securing a win by unanimous decision.
It is important to note that the participation of athletes in the Paris 2024 Olympics will ultimately depend on their respective National Olympic Committees selecting them to represent their country at the Games. The journey to qualify for the Olympics is filled with challenges and triumphs as athletes strive to achieve their dream of competing on the world’s biggest stage.
