
Anthony Joshua is mourning the death of long-time trainer and close friend Latif Ayodele, who was killed in a road traffic collision in Nigeria that also claimed the life of another member of the boxer's team. The crash occurred as Joshua travelled along a major highway in Ogun State on 29 December.
The British-Nigerian heavyweight was injured in the incident but is understood to be in a stable condition in hospital. News of Ayodele's death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from across the boxing and fitness communities, reflecting his close association with one of the sport's most recognisable figures.