james degale retires

DeGale announced on social media that he is retiring from the sport on the 10-year anniversary of his boxing debut. newspaper archive. Sometimes you get beat by someone who had a better night.

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James Frederick DeGale, MBE (born 3 February 1986) is a British former professional boxer who competed from 2009 to 2019.

DeGale also found time in his statement to mention long-time trainer Jim McDonnell, advisor Al Haymon, as well as Paulie Malignaggi, a late addition in his career to his camp.

DeGale issued the following statement: Ten and Out! "I’m proud to say that I’ve made history as the first ever British Olympian boxer to turn professional and to win a World Title and I am also proud to have been a road warrior – to travel wherever I needed to be to fight and to win. He was a shot fighter against Eubank and against higher level opposition could have been seriously hurt. Read about our approach to external linking. Well done James. His best years were well behind him. Before I close off, let me mention a few people who have been with me through the highs and the lows: Firstly, thank you to all of my fans and supporters – it’s been great to meet some of you along the way – thank you for your support – it’s carried me to the top! He has left an indelible mark on the sport - there is no doubt about that - as an amateur and professional. Photo credit should read: Nick Potts/PA Wire Nick Potts, Boxing - James DeGale v Chris Eubank Jr - The O2 Arena, London, Britain - February 23, 2019. My eternal love and gratitude goes to my Mum and Dad for being there through thick and thin from the very beginning – I couldn’t have done this without you!

DeGale's prime, including his world title victory against Andre Dirrell in Boston, was mostly spent on the road, out of the limelight. ", BBC Radio 5 live boxing's Mike Costello and Steve Bunce.

JAMES DeGALE has announced his retirement from boxing aged 33 - exactly ten years to the day since he made his pro debut. Olympic Gold Medal, World Titles and you get to leave the sport, with your health unimpared. A special mention to Richard Maynard, you are a true gentleman and a pleasure to work with.

Correct decision.

The major U.K TV networks that my fights have been televised on: Sky Sports, BT Sport, Channel 5, BBC and I’m happy that I ended on ITV. James DeGale has retired from boxing after defeat to Chris Eubank Jr Olympic gold medallist and former super-middleweight world champion James DeGale has retired from boxing. You've had a terrific career, you're still in good nick. Showtime in the U.S who have a fantastic team that have featured me plenty of times.

Former world champion James DeGale has retired from boxing following his defeat to Chris Eubank Jr. 'Chunky' became the first Brit to win Olympic gold and a world title, holding the IBF world super-middleweight title on two occasions over a 10-year career. container: 'taboola-right-rail-thumbnails', "It's been an unbelievable journey," said DeGale, who won 25 and lost three of his 29 fights as a professional.

"Last but not least THE MAN, THE MYTH, THE LEGEND, the family man - Alan Haymon for supporting and guiding me through the last chapter of my career!

}); Krasniqi KOs Bösel for WBA interim LH belt. The line he kept using was 'I'm a history man' and he's absolutely right. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images) Bryn Lennon, Boxing - James DeGale v Chris Eubank Jr - The O2 Arena, London, Britain - February 23, 2019.
The Hammersmith boxer was put down twice on the way to a unanimous points loss to Eubank Jr at London's O2 Arena. Before the fight with Eubank Jr at the O2 Arena, DeGale said he would "knock it on the head" if he lost. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. A majority of the greats go out on loss and for me, it’s time to hang up the gloves and to move on with my head held high. To you and all the McDonnell family – this is not goodbye - we will be friends & family for life. Right time to go - if he cant beat Eubank jnr his time at top level is over!! Thank you for the memories – over and out.

Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Couldridge ANDREW COULDRIDGE, LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 23: Chris Eubank Jr throws James DeGale to the ground during the IBO World Super Middleweight Title fight between James DeGale and Chris Eubank Jr at The O2 Arena on February 23, 2019 in London, England. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO).

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Good fighter at his best. I lost the fight on Saturday at The O2 but I’m touched to have a good send off from the fans in my home city.

Good call. The existing Open Comments threads will continue to exist for those who do not subscribe to Independent Premium. My eternal love and gratitude goes to my Mum and Dad for being there through thick and thin from the very beginning – I couldn’t have done this without you! Your loyalty and encouragement is second to none.

Job done in my book. DeGale billed the grudge match as 'The Retirement Fight', claiming he would have no option but to hang up his gloves if he could not beat his opponent, who was unproven at the elite level.

It’s been an unbelievable journey and I’ve had an amazing decade – if I’m honest, the best years of my life – and having started boxing at the age of nine then being selected as part of the England Amateurs squad, I’ve collected many memories along the way.

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"The day after the fight, someone said to me that one fight does not determine a legacy.

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I’m proud to say that I’ve made history as the first ever British Olympian boxer to turn professional and to win a World Title and I am also proud to have been a road warrior – to travel wherever I needed to be to fight and to win. "I've given him a lot of stick the past week after his loss at the weekend, but upon his decision to retire today I want to wish James DeGale well in the next chapter of his life," said Groves,external-link who retired in January. Independent Premium Comments can be posted by members of our membership scheme, Independent Premium.

James DeGale has retired from boxing following his unanimous points defeat by Chris Eubank Jr. "It’s been an unbelievable journey and I’ve had an amazing decade – if I’m honest, the best years of my life – and having started boxing at the age of nine then being selected as part of the England Amateurs squad, I’ve collected many memories along the way. "I lost the fight on Saturday at The O2 but I’m touched to have a good send off from the fans in my home city.".

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