Clinton Woods Retires

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  1. Grant1

    Grant1 Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Well done on a fantastic career Clint :good

    I'm glad he's gone out at the top and not fighting domestically.
     
  2. DamonD

    DamonD Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Ah! I'm not completely surprised, but he was a hard worker and a good guy.

    Best wishes for the future, Clinton.
     
  3. NO MAS

    NO MAS Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Good on you Clinton, a great Pro and great Ambassador for British Boxing....Best Wishes in your retirement... I hope that the game has given you enough to ensure you don't have to work again...:yep
     
  4. Govanmauler

    Govanmauler Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Raise a glass to one of the best around !

    The look on Rico Hoyes face when he realised he was in with a real fighter is still one of my favourite boxing moments.
     
  5. kosaros

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    Great decision by a great servant to British boxing :good
     
  6. scurlaruntings

    scurlaruntings ESB 2002 Club Full Member

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    Woods is a guy id certainly have a drink for. Consumate pro. He will be missed. Absolute marvelous career.
     
  7. ishy

    ishy Loyal Member Full Member

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    Good move Clinton :good

    Top guy who's achieved a hell of a lot in boxing; British, C'wealth, Euro and World champ. Did everything the proper way and was always prepared to take on the best. Hopefully he stays involved with the sport in some capacity and passes on his knowledge.
     
  8. dan-b

    dan-b Boxing Junkie banned

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    All the best Clinton, you've had a great career.
     
  9. Dan684

    Dan684 Dave's Stepdad Full Member

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    Top bloke. Shame we never someone avoided himj and refused to give us fans a top domestic World champ vs World champ fight but oh well............. :lol:

    On a serious note though I met Clinton in York when he came to one of the boxing nights we had in the Army. Top bloke who was training at the time yet still dedicated a night to come and watch the show/raise some money and present some awards :good

    I wish him the best
     
  10. tdw

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    A more honest pro you couldn't find, proven by the face he was honest enough with himself to walk away at the right time
     
  11. Bodysnatcher

    Bodysnatcher Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    mryeags Boxing Addict Full Member

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    That was never gonna happen cos an ageing Clinton may just ruin Cleverleys up and coming career !
     
  13. Mandanda

    Mandanda SkillspayBills Full Member

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    Great Warrior. Great Champion and Great Man

    From the Bottom To The Top. He should be used as a role model to lads who are going wayward. Glad he retired at right time. Hope he stays in sport working with youngsters and young fighters.
     
  14. Blueboy

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    Agreed mate, wouldn't have liked to see him drop back down to domestic level, I think hanging them up is a wise decision.

    A great servant to British boxing. Now its time for the likes of Bellew and Cleverly to kick on and carry the mantle at light heavyweight for Britian on the world scene.
     
  15. brown bomber

    brown bomber 2010 Poster of the Year Full Member

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    Well done Clinton, proper fighter and a real throwback champion. Some amazing wins.