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Duke McKenzie, MBE, born 5 May 1963 is a British former professional boxer who competed
Duke McKenzie, MBE, born 5 May 1963 is a British former professional boxer who competed from 1982 to 1998. He is a three-weight world champion, having held the IBF flyweight title from 1988 to 1989 the WBO bantamweight title from 1991 to 1992 and the WBO junior-featherweight title from 1992 to 1993. At regional level he held the British flyweight title from 1985 to 1988 the European flyweight title from 1986 to 1988 and the British featherweight title from 1993 to 1994. After retiring from the sport, McKenzie has worked as a boxing commentator for broadcaster ITV.
(Picture) New IBF flyweight Champion Duke McKenzie with his girlfriend the day after winning the title.
6th October 1988
Slater, Arnold
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
DM 88 5540
Media ID 21860817
© Mirrorpix
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the 1980s, specifically to the memorable day of October 6th, 1988. The image captures a moment of pure joy and triumph as Duke McKenzie, MBE, proudly holds his newly won IBF flyweight title. Standing beside him is his loving girlfriend who shares in his elation. Duke McKenzie's remarkable career as a British professional boxer spanned from 1982 to 1998. Throughout that time, he achieved an extraordinary feat by becoming a three-weight world champion. His victories include holding the IBF flyweight title from 1988 to 1989, the WBO bantamweight title from 1991 to 1992, and the WBO junior-featherweight title from 1992 to 1993. Not only did McKenzie dominate on an international level but also at regional competitions. He held titles such as the British flyweight title from 1985 to 1988 and the European flyweight title from 1986 to 1988. Additionally, he secured victory as the British featherweight champion in between those years - precisely from '93 until '94. After retiring from boxing with an illustrious legacy behind him, Duke McKenzie transitioned into another role within the sport: boxing commentator for ITV broadcaster. This further solidified his influence and expertise within boxing circles. This stunning photograph captured by Arnold Slater showcases not just a victorious athlete but also encapsulates a moment of
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