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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Alex Pattle

Anthony Joshua reveals how he is coping six months after friends’ deaths

  • Anthony Joshua has discussed coping with the deaths of his friends, Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele, six months after they were killed in a car crash in Nigeria, where he was also a passenger and sustained injuries.
  • The former world heavyweight champion explained that he manages his grief by putting his own emotions aside to focus on the parents of his late friends, stating he makes it about them rather than himself.
  • Joshua confirmed he did not consider retiring from boxing after the incident, describing the sport as his "purpose" and "therapeutic", providing him with comfort and direction.
  • He is preparing for a warm-up fight against Kristian Prenga on 25 July in Saudi Arabia, which is intended to precede a highly anticipated clash with Tyson Fury later this year.
  • Joshua indicated he began intensifying his training approximately two months ago, feeling physically ready for his return to the ring, while maintaining a strong mental state.

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