Lewis Richardson Wins Bronze Medal at Paris 2024
Lewis Richardson Wins Bronze Medal at Paris 2024

Lewis Richardson Wins Bronze Medal at Paris 2024

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Lewis Richardson secured Team GB's first boxing medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics with a narrow 3-2 split-decision victory over Jordan's Zeyad Eashash in the quarter-finals of the men's 71kg division. Despite facing significant pressure and setbacks, including injuries and a challenging Olympic cycle, Richardson's performance ensured that Team GB avoided a clean sweep of first-round exits, continuing their legacy of winning boxing medals since the 2000 Sydney Games. The 27-year-old from Colchester now looks forward to competing against Mexico's Marco Verde Alvarez in the semi-finals, having guaranteed at least a bronze medal. Richardson expressed his joy, stating, "I'm an Olympic medallist for life and now it's time to change that colour". His victory stands out as Team GB's only boxing success so far in Paris, where other boxers from the squad faced early eliminations. Richardson's experience and tactical skill played a crucial role in his win, reflecting his resilience in the face of adversity.

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