Mixed results for Irish boxers in opening days of World Championships

Both Shannon Sweeney and Lisa O'Rourke had their opening fights, with the latter coming out on top in her fight against Mhabi Brigitte of Congo.
Mixed results for Irish boxers in opening days of World Championships

Lisa O'Rourke with her European U22 Gold Medal. Photo courtesy of LGFA

There were mixed results for Ireland's boxers over the last two days at the World Championships in Istanbul.

Both Shannon Sweeney and Lisa O'Rourke had their opening fights, with the latter coming out on top in her fight against Mhabi Brigitte of Congo.

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