Life Of The Poddy with Cal & Slippy
Society & Culture:Personal Journals
Cal & Slippy host world champion boxer Chris Billam-Smith. Chris’ early years were spent taking part in all different kinds of sports with being a professional football the original dream, which all changed when he stepped foot in a boxing ring at the age of 15. The ‘idea’ of being a boxer was the early drive for Chris, until he truly found out he had what it would take to excel in the sport. After some early losses & injuries on his way to trying to make the Great Britain team, Chris took the plunge to to go all in to the professional game & won himself a contract with one of the great trainers Shane McGuigan. This would ultimately propel Chris’ career to the pinnacle of the sport. Chris has had some true tests along the way which led to him retaining his commonwealth belt & winning the WBO cruiserweight title in his hometown of Bournemouth. Chris describes himself as sensitive & friendly outside the ring whilst being able to harness an alter ego within it. His story resembles hard work, dedication & resilience.
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