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Dubois refuses world champion Wardley's fist bump

Dubois refuses world champion Wardley's fist bump

Summary

Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley faced off at a London news conference for their upcoming world title boxing match. Dubois refused Wardley's offered fist bump, highlighting tension before their fight on May 9 in Manchester. Both fighters and their camps exchanged words about each other's abilities and past performances.

Key Facts

  • The boxing match is scheduled for May 9 at Manchester's Co-op Live Arena.
  • Dubois refused a fist bump from Wardley during a tense press event.
  • Fabio Wardley is the current World Boxing Organization (WBO) champion.
  • Wardley won 19 out of 20 fights by knockout.
  • Dubois previously lost to Oleksandr Usyk in a knockout.
  • Both fighters' teams verbally sparred during the news conference.

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