Better Winnipeg: Boxing classes for people with Parkinson’s disease a hit
They may not look like your typical boxers, but a group of Winnipeggers are not letting Parkinson’s disease keep them down for the count. Continue reading
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Professional boxer who fought Tim Hague doesn’t think his death could have been avoided
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
Professional boxer Adam Braidwood said he does not think anything could have been differently in his match with Tim Hague, which ultimately led to the death of the mixed martial arts fighter. Continue reading
Floyd Mayweather wins by 10th round TKO after strong Conor McGregor start
McGregor began strongly, but Mayweather’s experience and class in the ring eventually shone through. Continue reading
Mayweather-McGregor show takes over Las Vegas
Legions of Conor McGregor fans flooded into the U.S. gambling capital for an event that has also caught the attention of A-list celebrities and highrollers. Continue reading
Vancouver venues gear up for Mayweather vs McGregor
“We released our tickets two weeks ago and within a day it completely sold out to our capacity.” Continue reading
Mayweather-McGregor: Duo make weight ahead of superfight
Conor McGregor tipped the scales at 153 pounds and Floyd Mayweather nearly four pounds lighter at 149.5 pounds. Continue reading
London restaurants, venues gear up for Mayweather-McGregor fight
The event Saturday night in Las Vegas could break all pay-per-view records and is predicted to bring in nearly $700 million. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Simulator predicts McGregor will beat Mayweather
This Saturday night in Las Vegas, undefeated boxer Floyd Mayweather will meet mixed martial arts star Conor McGregor in one of the most highly anticipated bouts in history. Continue reading
Edmonton mayor pursues new approach to oversee combative sports
By Scott Johnston Reporter
With no word from the provincial government about a provincially run combative sports commission to oversee boxing, mixed martial arts and professional wrestling, Edmonton Mayor Don Iveson is pursuing a new approach. Continue reading
Family of fighter who died after Edmonton boxing match frustrated review still not underway
Exactly two months after 34-year-old boxer Tim Hague died in hospital after being injured in a fight at Edmonton’s Shaw Conference Centre, his sister says her family is frustrated the city has yet to launch a probe into his death. Continue reading
