Rio 2016 Olympic Games
Athletes from Team GB and Team Ireland compete in the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio.
Conlan opponent 'withdraws from semi' say reports
Reports suggest Vladimir Nikitin, the Russian boxer who defeated Michael Conlan on the judges scorecards on Tuesday will not contest his semi-final.
Team USA coach Billy Walsh, who comes from Wexford, told website stiffjab.com that one of his charges, Shakur Stevenson, will advance to the bantamweight final on Saturday by walkover.
Walsh said Nikitin pulled out of Thursday’s semifinal because “his face was a mess” according to Russian coaches. Nikitin won a controversial victory over Irish fighter Conlan in his last fight, which many observers felt the Belfast boxer won.
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Barnes turns professional and targets Belfast debut
Belfast boxer Paddy Barnes has announced his decision to turn professional following disappointment at the Rio Olympics.
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NI sailors McGovern and Seaton finish 10th in 49er class
Northern Ireland sailors Ryan Seaton and Matt McGovern finished 10th in the 49er class, after ending Thursday in ninth in the medal race.
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Boxing chief moved from post after judging controversy
The head of Olympic boxing's governing body has been "reassigned" in the wake of judging controversy which has blighted the Rio Games.