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Boxing Community Mourns the Passing of Willie Limond

The former British champion, Willie Limond, tragically passed away at age 45 after suffering a medical emergency while driving.

  • Willie Limond, a respected figure in British boxing, died after being found unresponsive in his car near Glasgow.
  • Eddie Hearn and other prominent figures from the boxing world paid tribute to Limond, remembering him as a remarkable ambassador for the sport.
  • Limond had an impressive career with a record of 42-6, having faced notable opponents like Erik Morales and Amir Khan.
  • A GoFundMe page has been set up to support Limond's family, aiming to raise $10,000 for his two sons' boxing careers.
  • Limond was preparing for a comeback fight scheduled for May 3 against Joe Laws, who expressed his condolences and initiated the fundraising effort.
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