Caroline Dubois, the undefeated Olympian and current WBC lightweight champion, is set to defend her title against Canadian Jessica Camara in Sheffield on Saturday, coinciding with her 24th birthday. This match marks Dubois' first defense of her title since being upgraded to champion status after Katie Taylor vacated the belt.
Dubois, with a professional record of 10-0 with 5 knockouts, aims to solidify her position as the best 135-pounder in the division. She expressed confidence in her abilities, stating her belief that she will become the undisputed champion by the end of the year.
Her brother, Daniel Dubois, also a boxer, recently achieved a significant victory by knocking out Anthony Joshua in his first IBF heavyweight title defense. The Dubois siblings have made history as only the second sister-brother duo to hold titles simultaneously.
Despite their shared success, the siblings are currently not on speaking terms, with Caroline revealing that Daniel has not attended her recent fights. However, this has not deterred Caroline from pursuing her boxing career independently, a decision she made over a year ago to maintain her mental well-being and avoid potential regrets.
Caroline's journey in boxing began at a young age, inspired by watching her brother and legendary middleweight boxers. She overcame initial challenges, including pretending to be a boy named Colin to join a boys' boxing club, before transitioning to competitive boxing and eventually representing Team GB.
Looking ahead, Dubois eyes a potential matchup with Terri Harper for the all-female event scheduled in London, aiming to secure a victory against Camara to pave the way for this anticipated fight. Despite Camara's recent success in defeating an undefeated opponent, Dubois remains unfazed and fully prepared for the upcoming challenge.
With both Dubois siblings striving for undisputed titles in their respective divisions, the boxing world eagerly anticipates their future matchups and potential achievements. Caroline Dubois' determination and skill set the stage for an exciting career trajectory as she continues to make her mark in the sport.
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