Eddie Hearn has recently updated the public on Anthony Joshua, who has resumed training at the gym just weeks after experiencing the tragic loss of two close friends in a car accident. Joshua, aged 36, was involved in a serious crash in Nigeria that resulted in the unfortunate deaths of his friends and team members, Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami.
Despite the harrowing incident, Joshua sustained only minor injuries by a stroke of luck after changing seats before the journey. This week, the former two-time heavyweight champion was seen back in the gym, putting on his gloves once more in Dubai.
Hearn, Joshua’s longtime promoter at Matchroom Boxing, recently met with Joshua and shared a post on Instagram, expressing admiration for Joshua’s resilience and strength in the face of adversity. Hearn highlighted Joshua’s gratitude for the outpouring of support following the loss of his friends.
The uncertainty surrounding Joshua’s future in boxing has been a topic of discussion since the accident. Hearn previously mentioned that Joshua would be taking a significant break from the sport to recover emotionally.
In a statement to Sky Sports, Hearn emphasized the need to give Joshua the necessary time and space to make decisions about his future. He acknowledged the profound impact of the incident on Joshua and stressed the importance of allowing him the privacy to heal and come to terms with the tragedy.
Joshua has not yet addressed the speculation surrounding his boxing career. However, he did share a heartfelt tribute to Ayodele and Ghami on social media earlier this month, expressing his gratitude for their presence in his life.
Legal proceedings against Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, the driver during the accident, are set to resume next Tuesday. Kayode faces charges related to the tragic incident, including causing death by dangerous driving and driving without a valid license.
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