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Olympic Boxing’s Uncertain Future Could Remove Platform for Amateur Stars

Olympic boxing is facing an uncertain future after it missed the inclusion list for the LA Olympic Games in 2028. Not only could this have implications on the sport's popularity but would also remove the biggest platform for amateur stars to reach the professional ranks.  Since 1896, boxing has become a regular feature during the Olympic Games and provides an unrivalled stage for amateur boxers to attract professional attention. Notable gold medal winners include the likes of Mohammed Ali, Anthony Joshua, and George Foreman, all of which went on to hold multiple heavyweight world titles as professionals. IBA Boxing However, it's exclusion from the LA Olympics in 2028 could remove the pathway that many current amateur boxers strive toward.  Amateur boxer Todd Dossett is one of the many young stars who are disappointed with the news and believes that excluding the sport from the Olympics would be "unfair".  He said "The Olympics is not the only way to turn pro and ...