Undefeated prospect James DeGale’s preparation for his upcoming fight at the Wembley Arena on Saturday has been perfect.
So perfect in fact that he will be putting his feet up in his own front room with a cup of tea on Saturday afternoon.
The 2008 Olympic middleweight Gold medallist lives a short distance from the Wembley Arena and DeGale is looking forward to fighting in front of his own fans for the first time
"I can’t wait to show all my fans, friends and family just what I can do," said the 23-year-old, speaking on promoter Frank Warren’s official website.
"And what’s even better is that I can put my feet up in my own front room on the day of the fight.
"The most stress I’ll get will be making a cup of tea at home, and if I want to I can even walk to the venue!"
DeGale also revealed sparring with heavyweights will stand him in good stead when he faces experienced Sunbury on Thames super-middleweight Matthew Barr.
"I had a great training camp working with two of the country’s best heavyweights, Danny Williams and John McDermott," said DeGale.
"They’ve been hitting me with all they have got but I’ve taken their best shots and come firing back. It will definitely stand me in good stead on Saturday night and then as I move up in class."
The super-middleweight added that he is targeting a title by the end of 2010, with the English, British and Commonwealth belts at 168 pounds firmly in his sights.
"I’m looking for a big year, five or six fights and a title as well," said DeGale. "I’m ready to make that step up and start boxing over 10 and 12 rounds."
February 8, 2010
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