Anthony Joshua and his mother visited a funeral home in Lagos to pay their final respects to two friends who were tragically killed in a car crash. According to a statement, “Anthony and his mother were at the funeral home in Lagos this afternoon to pay their final respects to his two departed friends as they were being prepared for repatriation, scheduled for later this evening.”
Both friends were long-time companions of Joshua; Ghami served as his strength and conditioning coach, while Ayodele was a trainer.
Tributes have been pouring in as the boxing community mourns their loss. Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn, who has represented the 36-year-old Joshua since he turned professional after winning gold at the London 2012 Olympics, posted on Instagram: “Rest in peace, Latz and Sina. Your energy and loyalty, along with many other great qualities, will be deeply missed. Praying for strength and guidance for all their family, friends, and of course, AJ during this very difficult time.”
Retired cruiserweight world champion Tony Bellew, two-time undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk, British former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, and former world champion Wladimir Klitschko have all extended their condolences.
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