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Mikaela Laurén becomes Sweden's oldest pro boxer

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Mikaela Laurén becomes Sweden's oldest pro boxer
Key Points
  • Mikaela Laurén, 50, became Sweden's oldest professional boxer but lost her match.
  • Vaida Masiokaite, 38, won her bout on points.
  • Neo Vis Jamegar, 20, won by technical knockout against Richard Bernath.

According to Sportbladet, Laurén expressed gratitude and said she loves the training and community in the sport. She also thanked those who came to watch. In other bouts, Lithuanian boxer Vaida Masiokaite, 38, won on points, while Sweden's youngest professional boxer, the undefeated 20-year-old Neo Vis Jamegar, defeated Hungarian Richard Bernath by technical knockout.

The event highlighted a range of experience levels, from Laurén's historic debut to Jamegar's continued rise.

I am incredibly grateful.

Mikaela Laurén, Professional boxer

If I lose, I may have to see myself defeated and be proud of what I have still accomplished in the ring.

Mikaela Laurén, Professional boxer

I love the training and the atmosphere and the community you get in this sport.

Mikaela Laurén, Professional boxer

A thousand thanks to everyone who came and watched the old lady tonight.

Mikaela Laurén, Professional boxer
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