Scott Westgrath’s English title eliminator bout in Doncaster, southern Yorkshire, England turned out to be one of the most tragic events in boxing history. The Sheffield-trained boxer died after winning a hard-fought bout against Dec Spellman on Saturday.
British media reported that the 31-year-old Scott Westgrath had won the light-heavyweight fight on points and suffered a knockdown during the contest. Westgrath seemed to be in pain during the post-match interview and collapsed in the dressing room soon after.
Westgrath was taken to hospital with suspected bleeding in the brain. Westgarth, who was chasing an English title fight, had a previous record of six wins, two losses and a draw.
Scott Westgrath, a former ski instructor, worked as a chef at Sheffield’s Royal Victoria Holiday Inn and his victory over Spelman meant he was one win away from becoming the English light-heavyweight champion.
“To promote a boxing show and a young man doing a job he loves losing his life, I have no words. RIP lad thoughts go out to your family and your team, it’s been the hardest few days I’ve had to endure,” said Westgrath’s promoter Stefy Bull.
{{/usCountry}}“To promote a boxing show and a young man doing a job he loves losing his life, I have no words. RIP lad thoughts go out to your family and your team, it’s been the hardest few days I’ve had to endure,” said Westgrath’s promoter Stefy Bull.
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