Sport Ireland chief executive John Treacy has vowed that Irish fighters will continue to prepare ‘to the highest standards’ despite a row that threatens boxing’s participation in the 2020 Olympic Games. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) yesterday announced its intention to ‘freeze planning for the Olympic boxing tournament at Tokyo 2020’ ahead of an inquiry into the International Boxing Association (AIBA). Treacy admitted the news is a devastating blow for young Irish Olympic hopefuls. He said: “Sport Ireland is deeply concerned, but not surprised, by the IOC announcement. “AIBA’s long-standing governance concerns and the issues that exist between AIBA and the IOC are of significant concern to Sport Ireland.

Source: Evening echo December 01, 2018 05:37 UTC