Amy Broadhurst in shock Team GB request to keep Olympic dream alive

Amy Broadhurst is set for a shock switch to Team GB as she bids for Olympic qualification for this summer's Paris games. The former World Champion failed to book a place at the Games during European qualifying last year and has been overlooked for the final chance of qualifying for Team Ireland.

In a statement released by the IABA, they confirmed that they have been contacted by GB Boxing and will not stand in Broadhurst's way if she seeks to switch allegiances.Their statement reads: "We were contacted by GB Boxing on behalf of Amy Broadhurst, who had indicated that she intends to seek a change of nationality in a bid to qualify for the Paris Olympic Games.

"We have indicated that if she really thinks that is best for her as a person and an athlete after these discussions that we will not stand in her way."

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