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Coventry Commonwealth boxer Aaron Bowen takes first step to world title

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Bowen has red hair and a red beard. He is standing with his right hand raised and the Midlands title belt over his left shoulder.

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Coventry boxer Aaron Bowen wins first professional title as he targets world championship

Overview

Aaron Bowen has won his first professional title, claiming the Midlands super-middleweight belt with a unanimous points victory over Klinton Baptiste at Birmingham's Utilita Arena. The 27-year-old Coventry fighter, who won bronze at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, chose to turn professional rather than pursue an Olympic spot with Team GB. He hopes this victory is a stepping stone towards becoming a world champion, with future ambitions including the England championship and British, Commonwealth and European honours.

Key points

  • Aaron Bowen won the Midlands super-middleweight title with a unanimous points victory over Klinton Baptiste.
  • The bout took place at Birmingham's Utilita Arena during Bowen's ninth professional fight.
  • Bowen previously won a bronze medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
  • He chose to turn professional rather than vie for an Olympic spot with Team GB, catching the attention of promoter Eddie Hearn.
  • Bowen's future career targets include the England championship followed by potential British, Commonwealth and European titles on his path to a world championship.
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