Boxing
Montreal boxer David Lemieux gears up for bout at Madison Square Garden
Lemieux sat down with Global’s Laura Casella to talk about the months of preparation he’s put in ahead of his fight against Tureano Johnson. Continue reading
Adonis Stevenson stable but critical after traumatic brain injury: Doctor
He is sedated, under artificial ventilation and is undergoing specialized neurological monitoring. Continue reading
Larry Gifford: Exercise is a real prescription for Parkinson’s
By Larry Gifford Program Director
My neurologist gave me a prescription for levodopa-carbidopa — and a serious recommendation to exercise, Larry Gifford says. Here’s what happened when he hit the gym. Continue reading
Is boxing destined for a TKO? Concerns raised after Canadian fighter’s knockout
By Kevin Hirschfield Reporter
Concerns about boxing have been raised by the Manitoba Brain Injury Association after a Canadian boxer was left in critical condition following a recent fight. Continue reading
‘One punch too many could mean the end’: Risk hits home with Adonis Stevenson knockout
A bout that left fellow Montreal boxer Adonis Stevenson in an induced coma has made it impossible to ignore the dangers of the sport. Continue reading
‘Boxing should be abolished’: Adonis Stevenson knockout prompts concern in medical community
Montreal boxer Adonis Stevenson remains in intensive care at a Quebec City hospital. Continue reading
Deontay Wilder retains WBC heavyweight title after thrilling draw with Tyson Fury
Wilder retained his WBC heavyweight title after a thrilling split decision draw with Fury, leaving both fighters talking up a rematch. Continue reading
Canadian boxer Adonis Stevenson in medically induced coma after knockout defeat
Stevenson, 41, left the Videotron Centre in Quebec City in an ambulance. Continue reading
Hamilton boxer to represent Canada at Summer Youth Olympic Games
Hamilton boxer Spencer Wilcox is heading to Buenos Aires for the 2018 Summer Youth Olympic Games. Continue reading
Floyd Mayweather says he’s coming out of retirement for Manny Pacquiao rematch
The bout — a rematch of their blockbuster 2015 showdown — is expected to take place in December, according to multiple reports. Continue reading
