Lawrence Okolie was born in Hackney, London, to Nigerian parents. Inspired by Anthony Joshua, Lawrence decided to become a boxer in 2012. He represented Great Britain in the 2016 Rio Olympics and turned professional in 2017, going on to win the British, European, Commonwealth, Continental and then World Cruiserweight Champion belts in quick succession. @lawrenceokolie @Lawrence_tko
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