Olympic Couple Lauren Price and Karriss Artingstall Turn Professional with BOXXER
British Boxing’s Power Couple Joins BOXXER After Stellar Amateur Careers
Olympic medalists Lauren Price and Karriss Artingstall have made the leap into the professional boxing ranks, signing multi-fight deals with BOXXER, the rising promotion led by Ben Shalom. The move marks a new chapter for the couple, who have both enjoyed outstanding amateur careers, culminating in medal-winning performances at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
Olympic Glory and Professional Ambition
Lauren Price, who secured gold in the middleweight division at Tokyo 2020, and her partner Karriss Artingstall, who claimed bronze in the featherweight category, have been highly anticipated additions to the professional boxing world. The duo, already known for their skills and dedication in the amateur scene, are expected to make an immediate impact under the BOXXER banner.
Price, 28, has been heralded as one of the finest amateur boxers of her generation. Her impressive résumé includes multiple world, European, and Commonwealth titles, in addition to her Olympic triumph. Artingstall, 28, boasts a similarly stellar background, having won bronze at the World Championships and silver at the European Championships before her Olympic success.
BOXXER Sign Lauren Price and Karriss Artingstall
The signing of Price and Artingstall is a significant boost to BOXXER, which continues to build its reputation by signing top-tier talent from both the amateur and professional scenes. Ben Shalom, BOXXER’s CEO, expressed excitement at the new additions, praising the couple’s achievements and potential in the pro ranks.
“These two are not just incredibly talented athletes, but they are role models in and out of the ring. We’re thrilled to welcome them to the BOXXER family. I have no doubt they will go on to achieve great things in the professional game,” Shalom said.
Price and Artingstall join a growing list of British talent under BOXXER, including fighters like Natasha Jonas, Adam Azim, and Savannah Marshall, making the promotion one of the most exciting platforms for UK boxing.
A Shared Journey
As a couple both in life and in the ring, Price and Artingstall’s shared journey from the amateur ranks to the pros is a unique story in British boxing. The pair have been vocal about their excitement for the next stage of their careers and their desire to continue supporting each other as they take on the challenges of professional boxing.
“We’ve shared so much of this journey together already, and turning professional is another dream come true for both of us,” Price said. “We’re excited to get started and show what we can do in the professional ranks.”
Artingstall echoed those sentiments, adding, “We’ve worked so hard to reach this point, and to be able to make this step together with BOXXER is special. I can’t wait to start my pro career and show everyone what I’m capable of.”
A Bright Future in Women’s Boxing
With women’s boxing continuing to grow in prominence, the addition of two Olympic medalists like Price and Artingstall to the professional ranks is a significant moment for the sport. Both fighters are expected to make waves in their respective divisions, with their amateur pedigree giving them a solid foundation as they transition to the pro game.
Price is expected to campaign in the super-welterweight or middleweight divisions, while Artingstall will likely target the featherweight or super-featherweight ranks. Their Olympic success and technical skills make them immediate contenders in a sport that is experiencing a golden era for women’s boxing.
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