By Elliot Worsell 20 years ago, I was preparing to write my first feature for Boxing News with the hope of it being published in an August issue. This was after failed attempts with previous pieces. Despite setbacks, I persisted and finally got a feature on David Haye and Carl Thompson’s fight at Wembley Arena. … Read more
By Elliot Worsell WHENEVER Carl Thompson winced in pain, so did the audience, as one. Whenever he then drunkenly swayed back to the ropes in preparation for punishment, more, it was impossible not to also shift in your seat, almost as though to flinch or recoil on his behalf would somehow be enough to spare … Read more
By Elliot Worsell WHEN heavyweight Vladimir Virchis turned up in Northern Cyprus in the middle of the afternoon, he was drawn to the azure blue pool, glistening and inviting. The punishing mid-thirties heat led him to discover sun loungers surrounding the pool, seemingly anticipating his arrival. Without anyone to answer to, the Ukrainian did what … Read more
