Makijs
12-08-2005, 22:57
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/boxing/4146318.stm
Harrison 'ready to conquer world'
Harrison to face Wiggins
http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/41343000/jpg/_41343565_harrison203.jpg
British boxer Audley Harrison has declared himself ready to dominate the heavyweight division. The 33-year-old has been criticised for slow progress in the pro ranks since becoming an Olympic champion in 2000.
"There is no more grooming, my time is now and I am ready to take over," said Harrison ahead of his 18 August fight against US journeyman Robert Wiggins. "Boxing fans have waited for me to step up and challenge the best and now we're ready - and I mean immediately."
Harrison has his sights on Sam Peter and Calvin Brock as possible opponents after his date with Wiggins in San Jose. Unbeaten Nigerian Peter meets Wladimir Klitschko in September, while Brock has 26 straight wins, including those over Jameel McCline and Clifford Etienne.
"My offers remain open to Brock or Peter if they believe I am just all talk.
"Forget money, location, network, to me it is all about pride and confidence. "After I knock out Wiggins, let's do this for the heavyweight division and more importantly, the fans. I am certainly willing to put it all on the line."
Harrison 'ready to conquer world'
Harrison to face Wiggins
http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/41343000/jpg/_41343565_harrison203.jpg
British boxer Audley Harrison has declared himself ready to dominate the heavyweight division. The 33-year-old has been criticised for slow progress in the pro ranks since becoming an Olympic champion in 2000.
"There is no more grooming, my time is now and I am ready to take over," said Harrison ahead of his 18 August fight against US journeyman Robert Wiggins. "Boxing fans have waited for me to step up and challenge the best and now we're ready - and I mean immediately."
Harrison has his sights on Sam Peter and Calvin Brock as possible opponents after his date with Wiggins in San Jose. Unbeaten Nigerian Peter meets Wladimir Klitschko in September, while Brock has 26 straight wins, including those over Jameel McCline and Clifford Etienne.
"My offers remain open to Brock or Peter if they believe I am just all talk.
"Forget money, location, network, to me it is all about pride and confidence. "After I knock out Wiggins, let's do this for the heavyweight division and more importantly, the fans. I am certainly willing to put it all on the line."