This Saturday night, a historic moment awaits as Katie Taylor prepares to step into the ring for her final fight at Croke Park, where she will defend her titles before a crowd of 80,000 fans. The super-lightweight champion and Olympic gold medallist, who has been a trailblazer in women’s boxing, is set to conclude her illustrious career at the age of 40.
Her brother-in-law, Trevor McMahon, who also founded the gym where Taylor trains, reflected on the significance of the event, stating, “It’s the end of an era. While it will be an incredible night, there’s also a sense of sadness. What she has accomplished may never be replicated.” As Taylor prepares to bid farewell to the sport, her legacy as a source of inspiration for many remains undeniable.
Fonte/Origem: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/sep/05/katie-taylor-boxing-valedictory-bout-croke-park-ireland