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Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party), on Monday, 24 May 2021, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 8 members in total.


Undisputed world champion Josh Taylor

That this House congratulates East Lothian boxer Josh Taylor on his latest outstanding success in defeating US fighter Jose Ramirez to become undisputed super-lightweight champion of the world; notes that Josh has become only the fifth man, and the first UK fighter, to claim the WBO, WBA, IBF and WBC titles simultaneously since the 4-belt era officially began in 2004, and that his victory also makes him the first Scot to be undisputed world champion since Ken Buchanan some 50 years ago; believes that this achievement puts Josh firmly among the all-time greats of World Boxing; recognises the efforts of his coach Terry McCormack and the team at Lochend Boxing Club who had belief and aspirations for Josh as a youngster and who has, along with many others, contributed massively in his success; and wishes Josh Taylor and his team continuing success with his future boxing career.


Secondary information

Type
Early day motion
Reference
100 
Session
2021-22
Other sponsors
Jonathan Edwards
Jim Shannon
Margaret Ferrier
Chris Law
Neale Hanvey
Subjects
Scotland Boxing Taylor, Josh
Link
View this Early day motion on edm.parliament.uk