George Liddard Completes Half Marathon Hours After Title Defence
George Liddard, the British and Commonwealth middleweight champion, showcased remarkable endurance by running a half marathon just hours after a gruelling title defence. The 23-year-old boxer, sporting two black eyes from his fight, battled through 13.5 miles in the Brentwood Half Marathon on minimal sleep, following his victory over Tyler Denny.
Charity Run for Young Mario
Liddard participated in the event to raise funds for three-year-old Mario, who suffered a fractured skull and brain bleed while on a family trip in Austria. He emphasised his commitment, stating, "I'm a man of my word and I had to turn up to support their cause." Despite feeling sore and tired, he joined thousands of runners in the charity effort, noting he was slower than usual but proud to contribute.
Post-Fight Recovery and Future Plans
After extending his unbeaten record to 14 fights, Liddard reflected on the challenging bout, acknowledging Denny pushed him to a 12-round fight for the first time. He said, "He brought more than I expected... There was a lot to learn." Looking ahead, Liddard plans a brief break from running but aims to return to the ring soon, declaring, "I'll fight any man." He was joined by fellow fighters Craig Richards and Johnny Fisher, with promoter Barry Hearn starting the race.
The event highlighted Liddard's dedication both in and out of the ring, blending athletic prowess with charitable support for a critical cause.
