Two medals in bag but coach sick for Nevin

IRELAND’S Elite boxing team will be taking home at least two bronze medals from the European Championships following quarter-final wins for former and current AIBA World Youth champions Joe Ward and Ray Moylette in Ankara, Turkey yesterday.

Two medals in bag but coach sick for Nevin

But there was last-eight disappointment for Ireland captain Darren O’Neill, John Joe Nevin, Willie McLaughlin and Michael Conlon.

Mayo light-welter Moylette came from being 6-3 down after the first round to beat fancied Russian Maksim Ignatiev 14-13 to set up tomorrow’s semi-final with Hajiliyev Heybatulla of Azerbaijan.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Unlimited access starts here.

Try from only €0.25 a day.

Cancel anytime

More in this section

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited