McConnell takes gold as Walsh and Rock claim silver
Team Northern Ireland boxer Jon McConnell claims a Commonwealth Games debut gold medal as he beats Wales' Orlando Holley-Sotomi via split decision at the SEC Centre.
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Notable Quotes
"It doesn't feel real at the minute. I said I was going to do it and I've done it."
— Jon McConnell , Athlete
"I felt it was a really close fight."
— Michaela Walsh , Athlete
"I came for gold and I'm leaving with silver, but it's the next best thing."
— Kaci Rock , Athlete
Key People
Boxer who defeated Michaela Walsh to win gold at the Commonwealth Games.
24-year-old light-middleweight boxer debuting at the Games.
First-time boxer competing at welterweight.
Experienced boxer returning for her fourth Commonwealth Games, defending her featherweight title.
Sacha Hickey is an English boxer who reached the finals of the Commonwealth Games.
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Team Northern Ireland boxer Jon McConnell claims a Commonwealth Games debut gold medal as he beats Wales' Orlando Holley-Sotomi via split decision at the SEC Centre.
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