Tammara Thibeault, a 29-year-old professional boxer from Shawinigan, Que., achieved a significant milestone by winning the unified IBF, WBO, and Ring Magazine middleweight world titles in Orlando, Fla. Thibeault secured the victory against Desley Robinson from Australia through a unanimous decision, with all three judges scoring the fight 100–90 in her favor.
Having a flawless record of 5-0 with three knockouts, Thibeault, the reigning 2022 Commonwealth Games champion, now holds both the IBF and WBO world titles previously held by Robinson. Expressing her gratitude after the match, Thibeault acknowledged the challenges of boxing but emphasized her dedication and hard work that paid off during the fight.
Moreover, the victory also earned Thibeault the prestigious Ring Magazine middleweight championship, making her the quickest professional fighter to achieve this recognition. This triumph marks another remarkable milestone in Thibeault’s career, transitioning from a successful international amateur career to excelling in the professional boxing realm.