RIP Olympic medalist Hugh Russell

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  1. like a boss

    like a boss have gloves will travel Full Member

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    Belfast’s Hugh Russell, who won a bronze medal at the 1980 Moscow Olympics, has passed away aged 63 after a short illness.

    Russell also won a bronze medal at the 1978 Edmonton Commonwealth Games.
     
    like a boss, Oct 18, 2023
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  2. tee_birch

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    RIP
     
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  3. Throwback

    Throwback "Somebody wake up Hicks" Full Member

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    Posted this a few days ago. Also won the Lonsdale belt outright
     
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  4. Holler

    Holler What a cocky saucy ****** this one is Full Member

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    I read the link you posted, he came across as a lovely guy. Was interesting to see the spread of people commentating, as class an act in his career behind the lens as he proved in the ring.
     
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    Throwback "Somebody wake up Hicks" Full Member

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    He was liked by everyone. Top bloke apparently
     
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    roeknott 7.12.20 Full Member

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    He was the last fighter to contest the British title in a 15rdr.
     
    roeknott, Oct 19, 2023
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    Throwback "Somebody wake up Hicks" Full Member

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    You're quite right. A really interesting fact
     
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  8. JOSEY WALES

    JOSEY WALES Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    RIP .
     
    JOSEY WALES, Oct 24, 2023
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