World champion Dubois splits with trainer McGuigan
Britain's unified lightweight world champion Caroline Dubois has split from trainer Shane McGuigan and will relocate to America ahead of her next title defence. The 25-year-old, who turned professional with McGuigan in 2021, described the move as amicable, saying there was "no bitterness, no break-up, no clash, no drift" but that it was "the next step" needed to progress her career; she is expected to link up with American coach Manny Robles, though this has not been confirmed.
Dubois will defend her WBC and WBO belts against unbeaten American Amelia Moore on 29 August in Birmingham, as part of an all-female Most Valuable Promotions card at the BP Pulse Live arena. The event, themed UK v USA, will be headlined by Chantelle Cameron's light-middleweight unification bout against Mikaela Mayer, with Terri Harper also featuring against Miranda Reyes. Dubois said she remains on a "quest for greatness" and hopes to pursue further unification fights, including a long-sought bout with Alycia Baumgardner.
- Caroline Dubois splits with trainer Shane McGuigan, moves to US
- Defends WBC/WBO titles against Amelia Moore on 29 August
- Fight part of all-female MVP card in Birmingham
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Caroline Dubois is a 25-year-old British boxer and the current unified lightweight world champion, holding both the WBC and WBO titles. She represents the new generation of British boxing talent and has become one of the country's leading fighters since turning professional in 2021.
In professional boxing, the relationship between a fighter and their trainer is fundamental to success. A trainer is responsible for technical development, strategic planning and preparation, making them one of the most influential figures in a boxer's career.
Women's boxing has grown significantly in prominence, with fighters like Dubois competing for major unifications and world titles. Dubois has been actively pursuing fights against other world champions to consolidate her status and establish herself as the division's dominant force.