Dubois vs Wardley 2: Fabio Wardley says there will be "zero excuses" for his rematch with Daniel Dubois
Boxers Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois are preparing for a heavyweight rematch on October 17 at London's O2 Arena. Both fighters expressed mutual respect following their previous encounter, with Dubois aiming to unify titles in 2027.
Why it matters
This rematch is a significant event in the professional heavyweight boxing calendar, impacting future title unification prospects.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Fabio Wardley (right) has picked up 19 of his 20 victories by knockout
Fabio Wardley says there are "zero excuses" heading into his highly anticipated rematch with WBO heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois on 17 October as he looks to write a new chapter in his story.
Wardley, 31, dropped fellow Briton Dubois twice when they fought in May but was stopped in round 11 and lost his world title.
The Ipswich fighter immediately triggered his rematch clause and will look to avenge the only defeat of his career at London's O2 Arena.
"I have zero excuses for the loss on the night and zero excuses going into the rematch," Wardley said at Wednesday's launch news conference.
"It's just another chapter in the story that is my career.
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