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Phodis Evangelou: My Boxing Brothers

Phil D. Jay 
WBN Editor
Phodis (right) with Andres (left) and Chris (centre)

Eldest believes siblings have all the right credentials

Semi-professional boxing trainer Phodis Evangelou has revealed his pride at watching his younger brothers Chris and Andreas make exciting starts to their respective careers in the paid ranks.

The 31 year-old, who introduced his brothers to the sport, has watched with gratification as light-heavyweight Andreas, 28, and 25 year-old light-welterweight Chris have racked up twelve victories between them since 2009.

Evangelou is currently training at The 36th Chamber Gym in Palmers Green, London and believes that both the ‘Ace’ and ‘The Flash’ can go as far as they want in the sport as long as they stay focused.

“When I was 20 years old I took Chris (9-0) down to the gym to do a bit of training with the guys and I was called into the ring. Being the oldest brother and with little bro watching I had to show him what I was made out of,” Phodis recalled to WBN.

“I ended the first spar by dropping the lad and I did some fancy movements in the second spar - after which, I noticed my brother's face light-up with enthusiasm for the sport.

“When he got in the ring himself made it obvious he had the natural talent and although it was very raw, I knew he had something.

“It really hit home when he finished his first training camp and was ready to fight his first pro contest. He cracked my ribs during a sparring session as I wanted to see what he had in the ring and that's when I knew he will be world champion for sure. I had never sparred with anyone quite like him before, he was amazing.

Phidos then continued on Andreas (3-0): “With ‘Ace,’ he has come a very long way in a short space of time.

“The most impressive aspect of Andreas is his brute force. His punches are hard and precise.

“His training method is impressive to watch and he is very committed. I am also impressed with his attitude as win, lose, or draw he fights for the love of fighting and how it's changed his life.

“With Chris, you see a more monastic boxer completely dedicated to his cause from day one - over 10 years now.

“With Andreas, boxing changed the erratic lifestyle he had and it has probably saved him from slowly destroying himself.

“Both of my brothers are great examples of fighters but more than this they are genuinely humble and incredible individuals who do a lot for good causes, remain kind and on the level.

“I am very proud to call them my brothers.”

Both fighters are expected to be back in the ring in the New Year as they continue their march towards domestic honours and with the help of publicist and friend Paul Shattock, World Boxing News will be monitoring their progress.

Follow Chris, Andreas and Paul on Twitter @ChrisEvangelou @AcEvangelou and @PaulieShaggs
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