British Boxing chief Robert Smith responds to allegations of racism and discrimination

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British Boxing chief Robert Smith responds to allegations of racism and discrimination
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British Boxing Board of Control (BBBofC) chief Robert Smith has vehemently denied allegations of racism and discrimination levied at his organisation. In a report recently aired by Channel 4 News, …

John-Lewis has been a referee/judge since 1996Smith refused to delve into specifics regarding the two men due to ongoing legal cases but strongly denied allegations of racism.

Begum felt discriminated against after being reprimanded for wearing leggings during one fight out of respect for her Muslim religion. However, Begum felt she had been discriminated against and after a few months, she handed in her license, as well as providing the board with a detailed account of the discrimination she had dealt with.

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