By Dec Spelman handed the English title belt to Scott Westgarth’s family as soon as he won it.
Boxer Dec Spelman handed over his belt to Adam Westgarth who’s brother Scott died after fighting Dec.
Spelman, 28, shared the ring with Westgarth in February 2018 but two days later the Northumberland boxer died from a brain injury suffered in the fight.
But the memory of his opponent is now used to inspire him rather than hold him back in his career.
Boxer Dec Spelman handed over his belt to Adam Westgarth who’s brother Scott died after fighting Dec
Three years on and Declan payed a heartfelt tribute to fellow boxer on social media releasing the following statement.
‘I boxed Scott westgarth in an English title eliminator. Boxing lost a brilliant fighter and a great man! 15 months on I reclaimed mandatory position and won the belt he lost his life chasing to pay the ultimate tribute thoughts are with Scott’s family, friends & gym on this date as always.’
