Two-time heavyweight champion Joshua Discharged from Hospital in Nigeria Following Tragic Car Crash
Olympic gold medalist Anthony Joshua has been released from care, local government spokespeople confirmed on Wednesday evening. The 36-year-old was part of a serious road collision outside Lagos on December 29th, a tragic incident that resulted in the deaths of two of his close associates.
Under Observation for Minor Injuries
Joshua had been under observation while recuperating from non-critical injuries, his management team confirmed on Monday. The commissioner for information and strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, announced via a post on X that Joshua was deemed clinically fit to “recuperate at home”.
“Joshua and his mother were at the funeral home in Lagos this afternoon to say their last goodbyes to his two deceased friends as they were being readied to be sent home,” Omotosho said.
A Tribute to the Fallen
The two men who died were identified as Latif Ayodele, Joshua's trainer, and Sina Ghami, a strength and conditioning coach. It was also noted that the athlete was heartbroken and overcome with emotion over the passing of his two close friends.”
This update on his health follows the boxing community offered sympathy for the star in the following the devastating accident.
