Driffield boxer Curtis Woodhouse became the town and area’s first-ever British Title holder after a stunning points win over Darren Hamilton in Hull last night.
The new British light-welterweight holder was delighted, but also emotional in interview when confirming his retirement.
The 33-year-old former Sheffield United, Birmingham and Hull City midfielder won following a split decision at the city’s ice arena.
In his changing rooms it was a media scrum to get a word with the new champ, but as always Curtis had time for everyone and the Driffield Times & Post who have followed him everywhere.
Curtis said: “I want to bow out as a champion.
“I promised my dad before he died I would win him a British title, and I have done that. I said I wouldn’t stop until I do, and now I have achieved that promise.
“To have this belt is an amazing feeling.”
Curtis, who will be in Driffield’s Falcon pub today, which is run by his mother Sue, will be celebrating in style and looking forward to buying his supporters a drink, adding: “There is a rumour going around that I had a £5,000 bet on myself to win the British title at 50-1. I can neither confirm or deny these rumours but the drinks are on me.”
It was an excellent fight, but it was a top night of boxing with Hull fighters Luke Campbell and Tommy Coyle both winning.
Full story, pictures and reaction to Curtis’ title win in Thursday’s Driffield Times & Post.