The Moate light heavyweight has signed a management contract with Times Square Boxing based in New York. He was Ireland’s most successful male boxer at the world amateur championships winning one bronze and two silver medals but had an unhappy experience at the Olympics. Nonetheless, the timing of the announcement – just 13 months away from the Tokyo Olympics is extraordinary. Ward told the Irish Times: “I’m excited to begin my professional journey under the guidance of Times Square Boxing,“I loved fighting for Ireland and had a very rewarding amateur career. I’m excited to represent my country in the professional ranks and bring a world championship home to Ireland.”Online Editors

Source: Irish Independent June 07, 2019 09:45 UTC