Great Britain's Chantelle Reid and Damar Thomas won their semi‑finals on Wednesday at the European Boxing Championships and will meet in the final for gold. The victories boost Britain’s medal hopes.
At the European Boxing Championships on Wednesday, Great Britain's Chantelle Reid and Damar Thomas each secured decisive semi‑final victories, booking their places in the tournament final and a shot at gold.
Reid, competing in the women's lightweight division, faced Germany's Maria Schmidt. She controlled the pace for three rounds, earning clear points from the judges and winning the bout 4‑1. In the men's middleweight semi‑final, Thomas took on Ukraine's Ivan Kovalev, delivering a knockout in the third round that ended the contest instantly.
Significance of the final berth
The progression of Reid and Thomas marks a historic moment for the British boxing squad, which has not claimed a gold in these weight classes since 2018. National coach Sarah Harris praised the team's tactical preparation and individual focus that led to the strong performances.
- Chantelle Reid: 4‑1 win over Maria Schmidt (Germany).
- Damar Thomas: third‑round KO of Ivan Kovalev (Ukraine).
The final is scheduled for the following day, where the two will battle for the top podium spot in their respective divisions. British fans will be watching closely, hoping the duo adds more European medals to the nation's tally.
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