Tammara Thibeault, hailing from Shawinigan, Quebec, has secured the top spot in the professional boxing realm. The 29-year-old emerged victorious against Desley Robinson from Australia in Orlando, Florida, clinching the unified IBF, WBO, and Ring Magazine middleweight world champion titles through a unanimous decision on Saturday. Judges scored the fight 100-90 in favor of the Canadian boxer.
Thibeault, the reigning 2022 Commonwealth Games champion, elevated her professional record to 5-0 with three knockouts, maintaining an unblemished record in her burgeoning career. By defeating Robinson, she seized both the IBF and WBO world titles.
Reflecting on her triumph, Thibeault expressed gratitude during a post-fight interview at ringside, stating, “I’m so grateful. Boxing is a demanding sport, but my hard work paid off tonight.”
In addition to claiming Robinson’s titles, Thibeault also secured the esteemed Ring Magazine middleweight championship, setting a record as the fastest professional fighter to achieve this honor. This triumph marks another significant milestone in the Canadian boxer’s illustrious career, transitioning from international amateur success to the pinnacle of the professional arena.
