Irish boxers in limbo after Olympic boxing qualifier cancelled with immediate effect

The tournament, which began on Saturday, was moved behind closed doors on Monday, but the escalating crisis forced its abandonment.

Irish boxers in limbo after Olympic boxing qualifier cancelled with immediate effect
Mon, 16 Mar, 2020 - 17:08
Press Association

The Olympic boxing qualifier in London has been cancelled with immediate effect, officials have announced.

The tournament, which began on Saturday, was moved behind closed doors on Monday, but the escalating crisis forced its abandonment.

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