spars (above) with former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua as they join
ic gold medallist Nicola Adams (front, centre) for the London launch of Made By Sport, a
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epping into the ring in a South London gym with the
boxers, Harry told the young crowd watching: “A lotof
your age have anger and emotions they don’t know
todo with. They are looking for a way to channel it
hiswhere they should be doing it. You make friends,
findfamily – you are just part of a different gang.’’
Anthony added: “Everyone has a purpose in life. All
youneed is a T-shirt, a tracksuit and a pair of gloves.”
Speaking after, Olympic gold-medal winner Nicola said
she was “really proud” to be part of the initiative.
“There’s a real bond in boxing,” she said. “A lot of kids
who are drawn to it are trying to get away from a troubled
life. Boxing is a safe environment and I think Harry
really understandsthepowerofwhatit candofor kids.”REPORT: LAURA BENJAMINH
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