Sponsored. "I retired on my own terms undefeated, so imagine if you've got somebody retiring on a bad loss? Jones was on the comeback trail, and coming off a win over Flix Trinidad. The technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user. But I suppose with sobriety you get clarity and it hurts, but you are clear, you are present. Lacy was on a 21-fight win streak with 17 KO wins. "I'm not ashamed of it. The boys love it, they've been brought up with boxing, so they have a love for it, continue a legacy. He is said to have found the inspiration from being a victim of bullying himself when he was young, saying he got bullied because of his small stature. He fought the right tactics, great amateur. He used his reach and boxed in and out on his toes, [using] his right hand against the southpaw. Hes sly. [74] Calzaghe split up with his girlfriend of five years, Jo-Emma Larvin, in 2009, after participating in the seventh series of the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing series, partnering with Russian professional Kristina Rihanoff. He eventually arrived back in Britain to visit family in Bournemouth. The row follows the death of their dad Pietro Vincenzo Calzaghe, 69, known as Enzo, in 2018, and their mother Jacqueline, who died last year. Im very proud of what he has achieved but I think he should retire now while he is at the top because Im afraid of what might happen to him. I just brought my A game. Pietro Vincenzo " Enzo " Calzaghe MBE (1 January 1949 17 September 2018) [1] was an Italian -born Welsh boxing trainer. If I had the chance to train a two-weight world champion then I might be tempted. Websourate yassine 7 fois. Calzaghe suffered his first career knockdown in the second round, before rising to halt Mitchell in the very same round, thus becoming the first boxer to stop Mitchell. Thats the only time Ive been really bashed. Questions and/or comments can be sent to Anson at [emailprotected] and you can follow him on Twitter @AnsonWainwright. WebJoseph Calzaghe: sex: male alias: Pride of Wales Italian Dragon: nationality: United Kingdom stance: southpaw: height: 5 11 / 180cm: reach: 73 / 185cm: residence: Newbridge, Wales, United Kingdom: birth place: Hammersmith, London, United Kingdom The pair had three children together and were a couple until Enzo's death in September 2018. Now, Joe has given an in-depth interview where he touches on his career, coping with retirement and the toughest fight he is going through after the death of his father. This was followed by impressive wins against Omar Sheika (who was coming off a win over Glen Johnson) by fifth-round stoppage, and a TKO over former WBC world champion and close friend Richie Woodhall in ten competitive rounds, in what turned out to be Woodhall's last fight. Calzaghe won by a split decision in a fight where neither guy was impressive. It was during this time that Calzaghe's parents met; his mother hailed from the mining town of Markham, Caerphilly. Former two-weight world champion boxer Joe Calzaghe will join his sons Joe Jr and Connor Calzaghe to re-open the famed Newbridge Boxing Gym that was run by his father and trainer Enzo. [68], On 5 February 2009, Joe Calzaghe announced his retirement from professional boxing. Kessler hit hard, but Id probably Go with Charles Brewer. The game was tied after full-time but the Rest of the World won on penalties. Kessler just edges it between him and Bernard Hopkins. EX-BOXING champ and Strictly Come Dancing star Joe Calzaghe is in a 1.4million inheritance battle with his sister. Im going to bust them up (pointing at Hopkins ribs). He held multiple world championships in two weight classes, including unified and lineal titles at super-middleweight, and the Ring magazine light-heavyweight title.[3]. 2023 RING TV LIVE. Following an undercover investigation by the News of the World newspaper, Calzaghe admitted he had used cocaine since his boxing career had ended. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. However, the couple announced the amicable breakup of their relationship in August 2013. Calzaghe moved up to light heavyweight and boarded a plane for America to take on Bernard Hopkins, one of the greatest middleweights ever, who at 43 still had the ability to win big fights. WebFind many great new & used options and get the best deals for 2022 Panini Revolution Joe Cole Autograph A-Joe at the best online prices at eBay! The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. And 2) does he have a padded record? In a statement on his website, he added that he regretted his "occasional use of cocaine in what have sometimes been the long days since my retirement from the ring". "I suppose [my drinking] got a bit out of hand because I was just trying to black it out. On 14 October 2006, Calzaghe faced the rugged contender and future WBC super-middleweight champion Sakio Bika. He passed away in 2018. A 33-year old Joe Calzaghe (40-0, 31 KO) faced an undefeated American boxer Jeff Lacy, who was 28 years old with a record of 21-0 in a super-middleweight unification fight. I dont mean to sound funny. Only heavyweight legend Joe Louis reigned longer. He was the father of Joe Calzaghe and the head trainer for Team Calzaghe at the Newbridge boxing club. 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Stranger things have happened.". I always liked a drink and that but I think after I lost my dad it was such a shock. Calzaghe was the first boxer to unify three of the four major world titles (World Boxing Association, World Boxing Council, and WBO) at super-middleweight, and was the inaugural Ring champion in that weight class. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. "We were boxer and trainer in the gym, but as soon as that bell goes, we'd have a cup of tea and we'd go on about normal life. Calzaghe badly bruised his hand during the fight and according to Calzaghe, he suffered a dose of food poisoning. However, his mother again pushed to return to Britain and the family lived with his maternal grandmother in Markham for three years before they moved into their own home on a council estate in Pentwynmawr, Newbridge, near Caerphilly, in South Wales. He shouldn't have gone. It was my last fight at super middleweight. Similar to Eubank Sr. another good name to have on your resume, but one that doesnt come with much credit, due to the American being a shell of his former self. At one point, the gym was one of the most decorated in the world, with three world champions and a host of other boxers such as Nathan Cleverly, Bradley Pryce and Gary Lockett winning further honours. Over the course of 9 years, Calzaghe made 17 defences of the WBO super middleweight title he won beating Eubank Sr. He was also awarded an MBE in 2011. Joe Calzaghe, (born March 23, 1972, London, England), Welsh professional boxer. [38] Calzaghe beat Veit by technical knockout in the sixth round. (Photo by Paul Ellis - AFP/Getty). Enzo had no boxing background when he embarked on a trip around Europe in 1969. WebJoseph Calzaghe: sex: male alias: Pride of Wales Italian Dragon: nationality: United Kingdom stance: southpaw: height: 5 11 / 180cm: reach: 73 / 185cm: residence: Newbridge, Wales, United Kingdom: birth place: Hammersmith, London, United Kingdom $224.04 + $37.55 shipping. The pair enjoyed a remarkable partnership together during a career that cemented their positions as legends in Welsh, and world, sport. The boys are going to be front and centre, my job is to give guidance to them. That's even worse.". Boxing trainer Enzo left 976,213, while Jacqueline left 448,129. So he quit his band to save his marriage and spend more time with his children. And in 2007 she even urged him to quit, fearing that his health could be damaged if he stayed in the ring too long. Boxing legend Joe Calzaghe has revealed he is now eight months sober - after turning to drink and drugs following the death of his parents. When he started whining to the referee, I knew he was tired. But he met his future wife, who was working in a burger restaurant, after a chance meeting on a Cardiff train. Former world boxing champion Joe Calzaghe has reached an agreement in a legal dispute with one of his sisters, a judge has been told. He trained his son Joe through a stunning amateur and pro career - and has been backed every step of the way by his wife Jackie. I still miss him, you've got to try and reignite that energy and that vibe back in the gym, but it's going to be tough to rival Dad's energy. WebFind many great new & used options and get the best deals for 2022 Panini Revolution Joe Cole Autograph A-Joe at the best online prices at eBay! Theres one thing that happened that not many people realize. WebThe suffering of Joe Calzaghe as Welsh boxing legend opens up on tragic death of his parents. I know individuals are depressed from the sport. Enzo, a self-taught boxing coach who was also a musician, trained his son Joe for his whole career, despite having no experience as a trainer. At the pinnacle of his career, Calzaghe decided to retire after victory over Jones Jr. Enzo and Jackie were married just four weeks later and the pair lived in London and Sardinia before settling back in Wales. The Pride of Wales won all 46 of his pro fights (32 by knockout). Welcome to AAB aka All about American Braids I think he knew he couldnt get in my head. "This is one of my toughest fight right now, dealing with the situation, looking after my family, and myself, coming to terms with the loss of dad. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Nowadays, Joe enjoys something of a quieter life, enjoying privacy with his two French bulldogs. He was so awkward. FASTEST HANDS To be honest, I hit him over a thousand times. On 27 November 2006, it was announced that Calzaghe had signed a contract to defend his WBO super-middleweight title against former star of The Contender Peter Manfredo Jr. of the United States on 7 April 2007, at Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, to be shown on HBO. [14], At the age of eight, he was given a children's boxing toy that developed his interest in the sport and his father made a punching bag from an old carpet. The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes. One person who wasn't ringside during Joe Calzaghe's bouts was Jackie, who couldn't bare to watch her only son fight - despite his immense success. The fighters he fought, with the exception of Robin Reid, were either European or fringe World level. 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When you reflect on Calzaghes unbeaten 46-0, he, in theory, only beat two world-class opponents Kessler and Hopkins. I think I was a bit older than him. The couple married, and briefly moved to Sardinia, but returned shortly after when Calzaghe's mother became homesick. Welsh boxing legend Joe Calzaghe has given an emotional and revealing interview, discussing the toughest year of his life after the death of his father Enzo. It wasn't my best night, but I know I won."[63]. Addressing a perception that boxers, or sportspeople, are not allowed to be depressed or sad, Joe says: "Why not? Joe stands six feet The fact that it took Calzaghe that long to unify the division is frankly embarrassing. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Realising my dream since a 9 year old. Nowadays, Calzaghe and his sons, Joe Jr and Connor, are reopening the Newbridge Boxing Gym made famous by Enzo. Former two-weight world champion boxer Joe Calzaghe will join his sons Joe Jr and Connor Calzaghe to re-open the famed Newbridge Boxing Gym that was run by his father and trainer Enzo. "You all go through times, I think the worst thing is when you brush it under the carpet.". I kept throwing punches. "For me to be inducted, where I've come from, a little town in south Wales, an Italian father and Welsh mother from the Valleys, and all the struggles we had - to be inducted with the likes of Felix Trinidad and Oscar De La Hoya, I was so humbled and honoured to be there. Floyd Mayweather boasts of earning $100m for "fake fight", Joe Calzaghe struggled after the death of his trainer and father Enzo, Deontay Wilder's trainer explains benefit of delay to Tyson Fury trilogy fight, New date pencilled in for Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury undisputed fight. Despite her son going unbeaten in a 46-fight pro career, Jackie Calzaghe couldn't bear to watch him in the ring. 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Questions and/or comments can be sent to Anson at [emailprotected] and you can follow him on Twitter @AnsonWainwright. WebJoseph Calzaghe: sex: male alias: Pride of Wales Italian Dragon: nationality: United Kingdom stance: southpaw: height: 5 11 / 180cm: reach: 73 / 185cm: residence: Newbridge, Wales, United Kingdom: birth place: Hammersmith, London, United Kingdom The pair had three children together and were a couple until Enzo's death in September 2018. Now, Joe has given an in-depth interview where he touches on his career, coping with retirement and the toughest fight he is going through after the death of his father. This was followed by impressive wins against Omar Sheika (who was coming off a win over Glen Johnson) by fifth-round stoppage, and a TKO over former WBC world champion and close friend Richie Woodhall in ten competitive rounds, in what turned out to be Woodhall's last fight. 
Calzaghe won by a split decision in a fight where neither guy was impressive. 
It was during this time that Calzaghe's parents met; his mother hailed from the mining town of Markham, Caerphilly. Former two-weight world champion boxer Joe Calzaghe will join his sons Joe Jr and Connor Calzaghe to re-open the famed Newbridge Boxing Gym that was run by his father and trainer Enzo. [68], On 5 February 2009, Joe Calzaghe announced his retirement from professional boxing. Kessler hit hard, but Id probably Go with Charles Brewer. The game was tied after full-time but the Rest of the World won on penalties. Kessler just edges it between him and Bernard Hopkins. EX-BOXING champ and Strictly Come Dancing star Joe Calzaghe is in a 1.4million inheritance battle with his sister. Im going to bust them up (pointing at Hopkins ribs). He held multiple world championships in two weight classes, including unified and lineal titles at super-middleweight, and the Ring magazine light-heavyweight title.[3]. 2023 RING TV LIVE. Following an undercover investigation by the News of the World newspaper, Calzaghe admitted he had used cocaine since his boxing career had ended. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. However, the couple announced the amicable breakup of their relationship in August 2013. Calzaghe moved up to light heavyweight and boarded a plane for America to take on Bernard Hopkins, one of the greatest middleweights ever, who at 43 still had the ability to win big fights. WebFind many great new & used options and get the best deals for 2022 Panini Revolution Joe Cole Autograph A-Joe at the best online prices at eBay! The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. And 2) does he have a padded record? In a statement on his website, he added that he regretted his "occasional use of cocaine in what have sometimes been the long days since my retirement from the ring". "I suppose [my drinking] got a bit out of hand because I was just trying to black it out. 
On 14 October 2006, Calzaghe faced the rugged contender and future WBC super-middleweight champion Sakio Bika. He passed away in 2018. A 33-year old Joe Calzaghe (40-0, 31 KO) faced an undefeated American boxer Jeff Lacy, who was 28 years old with a record of 21-0 in a super-middleweight unification fight. I dont mean to sound funny. Only heavyweight legend Joe Louis reigned longer. He was the father of Joe Calzaghe and the head trainer for Team Calzaghe at the Newbridge boxing club. Whitchurch Leisure Centre, Bristol, England, Goresbrook Leisure Centre, London, England, Retained British super-middleweight title, List of super-middleweight boxing champions, List of light-heavyweight boxing champions, List of undefeated boxing world champions, The Ring 100: Ranking the World's Best Fighters Boxrec Boxing Encyclopaedia, "Joe Calzaghe and promoter Barry Hearn and inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame", "Joe Calzaghe: The Greatest Champion You Never Heard of", "Joe Calzaghe to be first to receive freedom of Caerphilly Borough Council", "BBC Online Just the Job Take it from me", World Championship Boxing presents Joe Calzaghe, "Top 10: Joe Calzaghe's most important bouts", "Robin Reid pictures, picture, pics, images, gallery, info, bio, gossip, shirtless, photos, videos, band, lyrics, songs", "Joe Calzaghe Boxing | Calzaghe Vs Hopkins Boxing Fight Tickets", "Calzaghe and Hatton score easy wins in Newcastle", "Boxing: Calzaghe's world title under threat from Mitchell", "Joe Calzaghe Nearly Derailed Boxing News", "Calzaghe breaks left hand in 20th title defense against Manfredo", "Joe Calzaghe - Lineal Super Middleweight Champion", "Calzaghe overcomes the cut and thrust of Bika to win in ugly style Scotsman.com Sport", "Alejandro Berrio Boxrec Boxing Encyclopaedia", "Calzaghe beats Kessler to unify belts, eyes Hopkins", "Calzaghe Outboxes Kessler To Become Undisputed World Champion", "Battler Calzaghe triumphs against Kessler", "Calzaghe the king in Cardiff Welshman wows his home crowd with points win over great Dane", "Sharkie's Machine: Joe Calzaghe Too Slick For Mikkel Kessler", "Fight breakdown: Hopkins-Calzaghe Boxing Yahoo! Stranger things have happened.". I always liked a drink and that but I think after I lost my dad it was such a shock. Calzaghe was the first boxer to unify three of the four major world titles (World Boxing Association, World Boxing Council, and WBO) at super-middleweight, and was the inaugural Ring champion in that weight class. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. "We were boxer and trainer in the gym, but as soon as that bell goes, we'd have a cup of tea and we'd go on about normal life. Calzaghe badly bruised his hand during the fight and according to Calzaghe, he suffered a dose of food poisoning. However, his mother again pushed to return to Britain and the family lived with his maternal grandmother in Markham for three years before they moved into their own home on a council estate in Pentwynmawr, Newbridge, near Caerphilly, in South Wales. He shouldn't have gone. It was my last fight at super middleweight. Similar to Eubank Sr. another good name to have on your resume, but one that doesnt come with much credit, due to the American being a shell of his former self. At one point, the gym was one of the most decorated in the world, with three world champions and a host of other boxers such as Nathan Cleverly, Bradley Pryce and Gary Lockett winning further honours. Over the course of 9 years, Calzaghe made 17 defences of the WBO super middleweight title he won beating Eubank Sr. He was also awarded an MBE in 2011. Joe Calzaghe, (born March 23, 1972, London, England), Welsh professional boxer. [38] Calzaghe beat Veit by technical knockout in the sixth round. (Photo by Paul Ellis - AFP/Getty). Enzo had no boxing background when he embarked on a trip around Europe in 1969. WebJoseph Calzaghe: sex: male alias: Pride of Wales Italian Dragon: nationality: United Kingdom stance: southpaw: height: 5 11 / 180cm: reach: 73 / 185cm: residence: Newbridge, Wales, United Kingdom: birth place: Hammersmith, London, United Kingdom $224.04 + $37.55 shipping. 
The pair enjoyed a remarkable partnership together during a career that cemented their positions as legends in Welsh, and world, sport. The boys are going to be front and centre, my job is to give guidance to them. That's even worse.". Boxing trainer Enzo left 976,213, while Jacqueline left 448,129. So he quit his band to save his marriage and spend more time with his children. And in 2007 she even urged him to quit, fearing that his health could be damaged if he stayed in the ring too long. Boxing legend Joe Calzaghe has revealed he is now eight months sober - after turning to drink and drugs following the death of his parents. When he started whining to the referee, I knew he was tired. But he met his future wife, who was working in a burger restaurant, after a chance meeting on a Cardiff train. Former world boxing champion Joe Calzaghe has reached an agreement in a legal dispute with one of his sisters, a judge has been told. He trained his son Joe through a stunning amateur and pro career - and has been backed every step of the way by his wife Jackie. I still miss him, you've got to try and reignite that energy and that vibe back in the gym, but it's going to be tough to rival Dad's energy. WebFind many great new & used options and get the best deals for 2022 Panini Revolution Joe Cole Autograph A-Joe at the best online prices at eBay! Theres one thing that happened that not many people realize. WebThe suffering of Joe Calzaghe as Welsh boxing legend opens up on tragic death of his parents. I know individuals are depressed from the sport. Enzo, a self-taught boxing coach who was also a musician, trained his son Joe for his whole career, despite having no experience as a trainer. At the pinnacle of his career, Calzaghe decided to retire after victory over Jones Jr. Enzo and Jackie were married just four weeks later and the pair lived in London and Sardinia before settling back in Wales. The Pride of Wales won all 46 of his pro fights (32 by knockout). Welcome to AAB aka All about American Braids I think he knew he couldnt get in my head. "This is one of my toughest fight right now, dealing with the situation, looking after my family, and myself, coming to terms with the loss of dad. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Nowadays, Joe enjoys something of a quieter life, enjoying privacy with his two French bulldogs. He was so awkward. FASTEST HANDS To be honest, I hit him over a thousand times. On 27 November 2006, it was announced that Calzaghe had signed a contract to defend his WBO super-middleweight title against former star of The Contender Peter Manfredo Jr. of the United States on 7 April 2007, at Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, to be shown on HBO. [14], At the age of eight, he was given a children's boxing toy that developed his interest in the sport and his father made a punching bag from an old carpet. The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes. One person who wasn't ringside during Joe Calzaghe's bouts was Jackie, who couldn't bare to watch her only son fight - despite his immense success. The fighters he fought, with the exception of Robin Reid, were either European or fringe World level. 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When you reflect on Calzaghes unbeaten 46-0, he, in theory, only beat two world-class opponents Kessler and Hopkins. I think I was a bit older than him. The couple married, and briefly moved to Sardinia, but returned shortly after when Calzaghe's mother became homesick. Welsh boxing legend Joe Calzaghe has given an emotional and revealing interview, discussing the toughest year of his life after the death of his father Enzo. It wasn't my best night, but I know I won."[63]. Addressing a perception that boxers, or sportspeople, are not allowed to be depressed or sad, Joe says: "Why not? Joe stands six feet The fact that it took Calzaghe that long to unify the division is frankly embarrassing. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Realising my dream since a 9 year old. Nowadays, Calzaghe and his sons, Joe Jr and Connor, are reopening the Newbridge Boxing Gym made famous by Enzo. Former two-weight world champion boxer Joe Calzaghe will join his sons Joe Jr and Connor Calzaghe to re-open the famed Newbridge Boxing Gym that was run by his father and trainer Enzo. "You all go through times, I think the worst thing is when you brush it under the carpet.". I kept throwing punches. "For me to be inducted, where I've come from, a little town in south Wales, an Italian father and Welsh mother from the Valleys, and all the struggles we had - to be inducted with the likes of Felix Trinidad and Oscar De La Hoya, I was so humbled and honoured to be there. Floyd Mayweather boasts of earning $100m for "fake fight", Joe Calzaghe struggled after the death of his trainer and father Enzo, Deontay Wilder's trainer explains benefit of delay to Tyson Fury trilogy fight, New date pencilled in for Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury undisputed fight. Despite her son going unbeaten in a 46-fight pro career, Jackie Calzaghe couldn't bear to watch him in the ring. 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