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Boxer McConnell Rejects Love Island for Commonwealth Gold

Updated 2026-08-01 14:40 UTC 1 source Positive

Jon McConnell, a boxer from Team Northern Ireland, turned down an offer to appear on 'Love Island' to focus on his boxing career. He won Commonwealth gold after defeating Wales' Orlando Holley-Sotomi.

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From Love Island to Commonwealth gold for McConnell

Team Northern Ireland boxer Jon McConnell tells BBC Sport NI of his decision to reject Love Island to pursue his childhood dream of winning Commonwealth gold, which he achieved with a split decision win over Wales' Orlando Holley-Sotomi.

2026-08-01 14:23 UTC