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Hans India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Hans India
Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain set to launch her boxing academy in Guwahati
After bringing laurels to the country in the sport of boxing, Tokyo 2020 Olympics medallist Lovlina Borgohain is all set to embark on a new chapter. To prepare a future generation of medal-winning boxers, Borgohain is establishing her own academy in Guwahati, the Lovlina Boxing Academy, which will open its doors on June 3. The inauguration ceremony will be graced by the presence of the Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Tokyo 2020 bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain. While sharing her vision for the academy, Lovlina said, "This academy is more than just a training facility; it's a dream realised and a promise kept to myself and to the countless young boys and girls in Assam who dream of stepping into the ring. With the Lovlina Boxing Academy, my deepest desire is to create a nurturing environment where aspiring athletes not only learn the art of boxing but also develop the resilience, discipline, and unwavering spirit needed to succeed.' The academy is a testament to Lovlina's commitment to nurturing raw talent and providing them with world-class training and infrastructure. It also marks a historic step in the development of sports and sporting infrastructure in the Northeast region of India. Lovlina is eyeing her third straight summer Olympics but will take it one step at a time from here on. Lovlina, who returned empty-handed from Paris 2024, had said the Los Angeles 2028 was very much in her plans. 'Tokyo was during Covid times. Paris was a real learning curve. I did my best and have no regrets that I could not win a medal. For every athlete, there are lessons to be learnt and I want to be wiser leading into LA,' Lovlina had told SAI Media earlier this year.
Zawya
17-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Integral appointed by the Unity Cup as exclusive global sales agent for the Official Hospitality Programme
The Unity Cup will be making its return this summer for the first time in over 20 years. The tournament will happen in West London's Gtec stadium. Integral ( Africa's leading innovative sports management and marketing company, has been appointed as the exclusive hospitality sales and management agent for the resurging competition. The Unity Cup was launched in 2002 with the iconic clash between Nigeria and Jamaica and has now become a symbol of cultural celebration and unity through football. This year, the action-packed tournament will be held at the home of Premier League side Brentford FC, and will feature Nigeria, Ghana, Jamaica and Trinidad&Tobago. The opening match will see Jamaica take on their Caribbean rivals Trinidad&Tobago on the 27th May, while Nigeria and Ghana will square off the following day. On the 31st May, the competition will then round up with a double header, featuring a 3rd place play-off and a final to round off an exciting three days of tournament football. Commenting on the tournament, Rotimi Pedro, Co-director of Afrosport, stated that ' We are proud to bring back The Unity Cup. It's been a long journey to revive this important community event, and we're delighted that fans of African and Caribbean football will once again enjoy top-tier international football at Unity Cup 2025. We are grateful to Brentford FC for providing a home at the Gtech Community Stadium and look forward to welcoming fans back to what, even after 20 years, remains a cultural moment for many who attended previous Unity Cup tournaments.' Chairman of Integral Abimbola Ilo said: ' The Unity Cup is an amazing concept. The fixtures on offer will surely bring together vibrant groups of fans. It is a fantastic opportunity for Integral to display our prowess in the sports hospitality sector. ' Integral has a proven track record of successfully managing, delivering and selling official hospitality programmes for several major international sports events, and will leverage on its established client relationships to drive sales of Unity Cup 2025. For more information on Unity Cup, please visit 2022, UEFA Euro 2024, Tokyo 2020 Olympics and many others. More information on Integral is available at Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Integral. For Hospitality inquiries, please contact Bidemi Bamgboye on: +44 7562 29 1146 or hospitality@ About Integral: Integral is the leading African sports management and marketing company with operations in Nigeria, United Kingdom, Poland, UAE and Canada. Known for its high standards of delivery, the company has varied expertise and works in all aspects of the industry – sponsorships, media rights, athlete representation, events and corporate hospitality. Integral also worked extensively as exclusive hospitality solution providers for FIFA World Cup 2018&2022, UEFA Euro 2024, Tokyo 2020 Olympics and many others. More information on Integral is available at
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
The Return Of Harry Garside After The Olympics Downfall
After suffering a tough defeat in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, Australian boxer Harry Garside spoke about the motivation behind his comeback to the ring. The 27-year-old, who is renowned for his style both inside and outside of the boxing ring, suffered a devastating first-round loss to Richard Kovacs of Hungary. Advertisement This forced him to temporarily abandon the sport that had shaped a large portion of his life. Garside had high expectations going into the Paris Games after winning a gold medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games and a bronze at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. But his early withdrawal was a serious setback to his confidence and drive as well as his Olympic aspirations. He went through a period of introspection after the defeat, wondering if he should keep fighting at the highest level. His time away from boxing was characterized by a concentration on personal development, mental health, and reassessing his objectives. This break from competition allowed Garside to rediscover the things that first drew him to the sport. A passion derived from failure was rekindled by the discipline, the quest for achievement, and the chance to motivate others. Instead of letting the defeat define his career, Garside has decided to turn it into motivation for a fresh effort. His comeback is not only about atonement; it's also about accepting the difficulties and process that come with being a top-tier athlete. With a focus on mental toughness and resilience, he has recommitted to the principles that led to his early success and changed his workout routine. Garside's comeback is symbolic of his broader message about perseverance and purpose. As he sets his sights on future competitions, including the possibility of the 2026 Commonwealth Games and the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, he remains determined to leave a lasting legacy in Australian boxing. His story is no longer just about medals but about the journey of self-discovery, overcoming adversity, and finding strength in vulnerability.
