Anthony Yarde's father has died of coronavirus, the British light-heavyweight has said. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)Anthony Yarde's father has died of coronavirus, the British light-heavyweight has said. Yarde wrote: "I'm a very private person and tbh I'm still in shock but maybe this can help people stay at home. "My dad passed away from this virus yesterday and he was fit with no health issues. A statement from Yarde's promoter Frank Warren said: "Frank Warren and everyone at Queensberry Promotions would like to express sincere condolences to Anthony Yarde and his family after the untimely passing of his father.

Source: Irish Independent March 29, 2020 13:07 UTC