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Dubois stops Wardley in 11th round to take WBO heavyweight boxing title

Dubois stops Wardley in 11th round to take WBO heavyweight boxing title

Summary

Daniel Dubois won the WBO heavyweight boxing title by stopping Fabio Wardley in the 11th round of their fight in Manchester. Despite being knocked down twice, Dubois showed resilience and strength to claim the victory, handing Wardley his first professional loss.

Key Facts

  • Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley fought for the WBO heavyweight title in Manchester, United Kingdom.
  • Wardley was knocked down twice, once in the first seconds of the fight and again in the third round.
  • Dubois was also knocked down but recovered to dominate Wardley later in the fight.
  • The referee stopped the fight at the start of the 11th round because Wardley was bleeding heavily and his right eye was nearly closed.
  • This win gives Dubois his second time holding a world heavyweight championship belt.
  • Wardley had been the WBO champion since November after winning a vacated title but suffered his first career defeat.
  • Both fighters showed strong determination, continuing despite serious injuries.
  • The promoter confirmed there is a rematch clause in their contract.
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