Overview

• The inquest, opened June 9 at Bolton Coroner’s Court, heard from Stephen Eastwood about the chaotic response when his son collapsed after the final round of a charity kickboxing bout.
• Evidence showed the match was unsanctioned by any UK kickboxing authority and featured mismatched fighters, including an opponent two years older than Alex.
• Coroner Michael Pemberton has already issued a Prevention of Future Deaths report warning of absent minimum medical and safety requirements for under-18 combat sports.
• Testimony highlighted that first aiders at the event lacked crucial equipment and that oxygen was not administered until 10 to 12 minutes after Alex collapsed.
• Alex Eastwood was a high-level athlete tipped for Team GB whose organs were donated after his death, saving six lives.