Former boxing champion Neil Malpass dies at 69 as tributes pour in
manchestereveningnews.co.uk — December 13, 2024, 10:01 AM UTC
Former boxing champion Neil Malpass has died at the age of 69. He was known for defeating John Fury, father of Tyson Fury, in a title fight in 1989. Malpass had a professional career from 1977 to 1990, with 28 wins. Tributes have been shared on social media, highlighting his contributions as a coach at the Doncaster Martial Arts Centre. He was remembered as a tough fighter and a mentor to many young boxers. Malpass had a total of 48 fights, winning 28, including 18 by knockout. He was recognized in the Guinness Book of Records for a unique boxing feat during his career.