Despite splitting with trainer Don Charles just months ago, Daniel Dubois has now decided to return.
The 28-year-old became IBF World Heavyweight Champion under Charles’ guidance, beating Filip Hrgovic for the interim belt before being upgraded to the full title. His maiden defence was a career-best knockout over Anthony Joshua at Wembley Stadium.
The first defeat of the partnership came at the hands of Oleksandr Usyk, who stopped Dubois inside five rounds to become undisputed champion for a second time. Shortly after, ‘DDD’ announced that he was parting ways with Charles and took up a spot in Tony Sims’ Essex gym.
However, it was announced yesterday that the big-punching Brit has now reversed that decision, as per a statement from his business manager, Riz Khan.
“On behalf of Team Dubois, I wish to confirm to the media and all relevant parties that Daniel has decided to resume his professional relationship with Don Charles and his coaching team.
“Don Charles and his team guided Daniel to World Champion status and oversaw the most successful period of his career.
“Following the defeat to Oleksandr Usyk, Daniel took time to reflect on his journey and the emotions surrounding the decision to part ways with Don.
“After careful consideration and discussions with the wider team, Daniel has chosen to reverse that decision. Daniel will now return to working with Don Charles, under whose corner he achieved his greatest accomplishments to date.”
Now, speaking exclusively to Seconds Out ahead of a more in-depth interview to come, Charles has expressed his delight at the move, and remains fully focused on his charge becoming a two-time heavyweight world champion.
“I’m delighted to welcome my prodigy back to complete the mission we started.”
