Former professional boxer Spencer Oliver has spoken out following news Anthony Joshua was involved in a car crash in Lagos, Nigeria.
Mr Oliver, who has known Mr Joshua since he began boxing at Finchley ABC, said the former world champion sustained minor injuries and is now stable in hospital. Sadly, two people in the car with him have died.
Spencer Oliver told GB News: “From my understanding, Anthony was taken to hospital with minor injuries but he is very stable.
“Unfortunately, the two people who were in the car with him have sadly passed away, which is extremely sad.”
He added: “I know Anthony Joshua quite well, he started boxing at Finchley ABC, the gym run by my father, Jim, and my uncle John.
“They trained him until he won the Olympic gold medal. My relationship with him goes back to when he was an 18-year-old kid, right up until today.”
Dawn said: “How do you think he will cope with this?”
Mr Oliver said: “It’s a horrible situation. Anthony is a very emotional guy, and this isn’t going to be easy for him.
Spencer Oliver has spoken out following news that Anthony Joshua was involved in a car crash in Lagos
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“We don’t know the identities of the two people in the car yet, whether they were friends or just passengers. It’s going to be very difficult for him, personally.”
Dawn said: “But Anthony is a fighter in every sense of the word. He’s had setbacks before, and hopefully he will come through this too. Yes, God willing.”
Mr Oliver said: “He will need some time out for sure. It’s going to be a tough journey for him.
“Anthony has had a challenging time recently.
Anthony Joshua sustaineed minor injuries in the crash
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PA“He’s been building his career in America, gaining a new fan base, and looking to return to winning world titles in 2026.
“This incident is definitely a setback, but I know he will fight to recover from it.”
