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The news of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II sent shockwaves around the world. The World Boxing Association (WBA) regrets the sensitive loss and embraces the English people at this time.
The Queen participated in different events throughout her life, decorated many athletes, including boxers, and was always close to the discipline.
We remember episodes such as when she knighted the former world champion, Henry Cooper, in 2000 and also the recognition she gave to the former fighter John H. Stracey as a member of the British Empire a few months ago. She also met Anthony Joshua in 2020 when he was WBA world champion.