“I’m Good. I’m Fine”: Fabio Wardley Opens Up on His Bruised Face Following Fierce Draw Against Frazer Clarke

Fabio Wardley and Frazer Clarke, the Olympic bronze medallist, brawled for 12 brutal rounds in a heavyweight clash! Was it a clear victory for either fighter or did the judges see it differently? Wardley walked away with his British and Commonwealth titles intact, but it was a war.

Both fighters were bloodied and battered, Wardley’s face especially bore the brunt of battle—bruised, bloodied, yet unbowed. Did the punishment take its toll? While Wardley assures fans he’s okay, is there more to the story?

Fabio Wardley is proud

Following the epic showdown, Pro Boxing Fans caught up with Fabio Wardley, the man who had just partaken in a battle that captivated the boxing world. “Pro boxing fans here with one half of an epic main event tonight, Fabio Wardley,” the interviewer began, setting the stage for a deep dive into the fighter’s thoughts and condition. Wardley, reflecting on the experience, admitted, “Yeah, it’s probably a bit more entertaining for you being outside, being able to watch it and stuff. But yeah, it was a fantastic fight, one to look back on with a good level of pride and stuff.”

Inquiring about Wardley’s well-being, the interviewer asked, “In terms of how you’re feeling in yourself, just an update for the fans. How are you in yourself?” To this, Wardley responded confidently, despite the visible signs of his recent war. “I’m good. I’m fine. My face might tell a little different story, but it’s only a few bumps and bruises and scratches. They’re going to come. This is not a ticketing contest.“

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Did the bell save Clarke?

The conversation then turned to one of the fight’s pivotal moments—the fifth-round knockdown. “When you had him, when you dropped him…did you think it was…the bell kind of came at the right time for him. Is that fair to say?” the interviewer probed. Wardley concurred, “Yeah, look, it came at the perfect time for him. Dropping him there and then not being able to jump on him…So yeah, again, lessons to be learned.“ He elaborated on the frustration of not capitalizing on that moment due to the timely intervention of the bell.

As the interview progressed, Wardley and the interviewer discussed the fight’s intensity, especially in the closing rounds. “It felt close from ringside…but how did you feel it was going into the last few rounds?” This question aimed to gauge Wardley’s confidence and strategic mindset as the match neared its conclusion. Confident yet analytical, Wardley said, “I definitely thought I was winning, especially with the knockdown and with the points and things. But it wasn’t as clear-cut as I wanted it to be. So I can understand some tight scorecards.“

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Through this insightful exchange, Wardley provided a glimpse into the mindset of a fighter in the aftermath of a grueling contest, highlighting the blend of pride, relief, and continuous learning that defines the life of a professional boxer. What lessons will Wardley carry into his next battle? Let us know what you think.