Competing in the Class A Under 42kg category, Boris emerged victorious as the number one seed out of 16 top participants from across the country.

Boris’s success came through a relentless training schedule. He boxes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and spends the rest of the week running to maintain his fitness. When the training gets tough, Boris uses past setbacks as fuel:

"I work really hard, and when it gets difficult, I think about the times I lost. That makes me work even harder. The wins now give me the confidence to keep going."

For Boris, boxing is about much more than what happens in the ring. He credits the sport with helping him maintain a healthy lifestyle and a focused mind:

"The benefits of boxing are great for fitness and also for mental health. It keeps my brain active and healthy. It’s a good place to get any anger out, which makes me feel much more relaxed day-to-day. It encourages discipline and teaches you how to control your emotions and box correctly."

With a national title already under his belt, Boris is hungry for more. His sights are set on the upcoming semi-finals and finals as he continues his climb through the ranks.

"In the future, I just want to keep going and keep winning."

Congratulations, Boris, on your incredible discipline and your well-deserved gold medal. We can't wait to see what you achieve next!