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Wach co-promoters release statement on Klitschko allegations


Global Boxing

“Together with Classic Entertainment & Sports, Inc., Global Boxing Promotions, have diligently worked together to guide our fighter Mariusz Wach to the precipice of a world heavyweight championship. 

"We fulfilled our obligation as co-promoters, utilizing our wisdom and relationships within the sport of boxing. Under the tutelage of Classic Entertainment & Sports and Global Boxing Promotions, Wach won five consecutive bouts, rose to No. 4 in the World Boxing Council (WBC) ratings and achieved his lifelong dream Nov. 17th by challenging Wladimir Klitschko for the World Boxing Association (WBA), International Boxing Federation (IBF) and World Boxing Organization (WBO) heavyweight titles.

“Wach put his faith and trust in us as co-promoters to guide him to the top. In turn, we put our faith and trust in Wach and the trainers he felt most comfortable working with in preparing for the opportunity to win a world title. 

"Wach spent four months working exclusively with his team of trainers in preparation for last month's title bout, fully trusting their guidance and judgement under the assumption they would act within the rules and regulations set forth by boxing's most respected governing bodies. 

"Without the benefit of any direct involvement in Wach’s training camp, we held Wach's trainers to the same strict code of conduct and ethics we expect from all of our fighters, trainers and employees. 

"CES and Global Boxing Promotions fulfilled its obligations as Wach’s co-promoters and expected his trainers to do the same in preparation for last months’ heavyweight title bout. We are disappointed to learn of the most recent allegations against Wach, and we hope these allegations do not diminish his valiant effort against Wladimir Klitschko.”

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