Statement from the Welsh Amateur Boxing Association

Welsh Boxing is aware that World Boxing is seeking to establish itself as the recognised body to secure boxing’s ongoing place at the heart of the Olympic Movement and deliver a better future for the sport.  While Welsh Boxing continues to be a member of both the European Boxing Confederation (EUBC) and the International Boxing Association (IBA), it is common knowledge that boxing’s place at future Olympic Games is threatened by the ongoing disagreements between the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the IBA.  While qualification for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games is being managed by the IOC Boxing Unit, there are real concerns over boxing’s participation in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.  One of Welsh Boxing’s primary aims is to ensure that there is an avenue for our boxers to compete at the Olympics. Accordingly, while Welsh Boxing remains a member of the EUBC and IBA, it will maintain a watching brief over developments over the coming months.