Fitzgerald's trainer Jimmy Moon told the Lancashire Post on Friday: "He needs help but he needs to want that help. National World Publishing Ltd. All rights reserved. (Image: (Photo by James Chance/Getty Images)). "I had an exhausting day haha no lie I'd had a 10/15 min straightener with an absolute rabbit of a Southpaw traveller half hour before on Ashton Park. Mr Lee spoke of Fitzgerald's boxing career, which began with amateur fights aged 15 and includes winning 15 of 15 professional bouts. . His last bout came back in May when he beat Frenchman Gregory Trenel by third round stoppage. Scott Fitzgerald has apologised to his fans after worrying images were shared of him passed out on the pavement outside of a pub. He recently had a spell in rehab battling drink, drugs and gambling problems, and has been struggling with issues away from the ring. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. The views expressed in this article are the opinions of Phil Jay. The footage was played in court and the woman could be heard to shout what are you kicking me for in the first clip. WBN reported on Scotts last meltdown as police arrested him for allegedly attacking his girlfriend. I took a bloody nap outside my beloved Wheatsheaf. Contact our newsdesk on lancslive@reachplc.com. She was experiencing chest pains. Former British super-welterweight champion Scott Fitzgerald has emerged from an eighteen-month stint in the wilderness. Loan players injury casts doubt over Manchester United future as Alejandro Garnacho makes pledge. Fitzgerald, 28, was recently bailed out of jail, but he scheduled to be in court next month. 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I took a bloody nap outdoors, my beloved Wheatsheaf. Something went wrong, please try again later. WBN Editor Phil Jay has over ten years of boxing news experience. Get in on the latest boxing conversations in our Forum and comment on articles. Keithy [coach, got me] working very hard. He said they had been together for a few months and that arguments werent uncommon. the woman received a letter from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) informing her that she would need to repay 8623.20 despite her repeatedly checking her benefits was correct. Fitzgerald was due to appear before Preston Magistrates Court today (Thursday, April 2).. Its not clear from that black and white footage but, from what he tells me, it seems she fell on grass rather than hard concrete. Defending, Septhon Lee said the incident came after the couple had been drinking vodka and taking drugs for three days straight. He went on to defeat Ted Cheeseman five months after Fowler and was hot property in British boxing. The boxer's comments come just hours after his promoter Eddie Hearn voiced his concerns over the pictures. Everything is going to be ok you squirrels.". Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. "The main thing for us before he can start training again is that he's got to be clean and living the right lifestyle. Derek Chisora and Joseph Parker meet at the crossroads. Scott Fitzgerald comeback Sadly for Fitzgerald, he's no longer on the Matchroom Boxing roster after struggling during the pandemic. Real sad to see. In 2019 I became British champion and ideally it would have been great to have a couple of defences and then look towards European and world level. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. 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At the Manchester Arena in Manchester, former British super welterweight champion Scott Fitzgerald ended his lengthy absence from the ring with a third-round stoppage of Frenchman Gregory Trenel in the opening bout of the evening. Boxer Scott Fitzgerald has tried to make light of the disturbing photos appearing to show him asleep on a pavement outside a pub, despite admitting to fans to being involved in a brawl earlier that day. Mr Lee spoke of Fitzgeralds boxing career, which began with amateur fights aged 15 and includes winning 15 of 15 professional bouts. These two lads on the Sporting Chance with me are top boys! Hes tried to piece it together. I can tag them guys now. The Commonwealth super-welterweight champion has boxed just once since winning the title back in June last year. The 29-year-old, who won the British title in the super-welterweight division two years ago, appeared to be in a desperate state after someone snapped him lying on the streets outside a pub. British super-welterweight champion Scott Fitzgerald has had his boxing license suspended after allegedly assaulting a woman. The Manchester United outcast could apparently renew ties with Ronaldo at Al-Nassr this summer. "But it's not happening yet. He was struggling in life, he was struggling with various forms of addiction. Scott Fitzgerald has apologised to his fans after worrying images were shared of him passed out on the pavement outside of a pub. BOXER Scott Fitzgerald has told his fans 'everything is going to be OK' after worrying pictures emerged on social media on Thursday. "I'm sorry to worry my Dad and Mum but that is the only thing I'm sorry for. Former pro-boxer Dale Evans said: "There's not enough support out there for professional fighters when they're in the game and even more so when it's all over. The court also heard details of Fitzgeralds history on drink and drugs which dates back to him first taking cannabis aged 11 and cocaine at the age of 14. I know he cares about me [hes a top man]. The boxer has now responded via Facebook, but despite admitting to being in a fight that day, rubbished rumours about his health. Ferry runs aground with baby on board after smoke in engine room, Nurses strike continues: Major disruption for NHS services in England, Additional flight to evacuate Britons from Sudan today, Ryanair cancels 220 flights over May 1 bank holiday due to strikes, Hardcore coronation fans already camped outside Buckingham Palace, One dead and seven injured in Cornwall nightclub knife attack. Scott Fitzgerald, 28, was arrested after domestic incidents at addresses on Greenbank Avenue and Ryelands Crescent on Monday (March 30th). Speculation was rife after photos appeared on social media on Thursday night . Sentencing, Deputy District Judge Joan Price said she had no doubt the incident crossed the custody threshold. I used to be a full-on junky, haha! I took a bloody nap outside my beloved Wheatsheaf. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The victory over Cheeseman saw him claim the Lonsdale belt for the very first time, but he was never able to defend the belt due to a number of personal issues and the Covid-19 pandemic. "We have tried helping him, taking him away, but he has got to want to be helped. Promoter Eddie Hearn explained in an interview with Boxing Social: Scott Fitzgerald was put into the Sporting Chance Clinic by Steve Wood [manager] mainly, but myself as well because he needed some help. Fitzgerald has already spent time in rehab and is now being investigated over an alleged assault on his girlfriend. The 2014 Commonwealth Games welterweight champion, who trains at Larches and Savick ABC, had his boxing licence suspended by the British Boxing Board of Control in April 2020 after being arrested twice in two days. Hes hungry for a scrap!. 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Download the LancsLive app for free on iPhone here and Android here. According to BBC Sport, British champion Scott Fitzgerald has had his boxing license suspended after being arrested on suspicion of assaulting a woman. However, while he admitted to being involved in a brawl, he played down concerns regarding his health. How Old Is Scott Fitzgerald? But she said his early plea and genuine remorse meant she could reduce the sentence to an 18 month community order. Metcalf stopped Jason Welborn in Leeds and followed up his biggest win to date w Scott Fitzgerald has withdrawn from his next fight. The former champion kicked the woman in her back and pushed her to the ground. The requirements of that include completing 30 days of rehabilitation activities to address his substance misuse and his problems with anger in relationships. Eighteen months on from his last downfall, former British super welterweight champion Scott Fitzgerald is on the spiral once again. The WBA International super-welterweight champion outpointed Ted Cheeseman at the Utilita Arena in Newcastle. "I'm sorry to worry my Dad and Mum but that is the only thing I'm sorry for. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. However, thats the sole factor I am sorry for. Where are his mates? Shock photos emerge of shabby Scott Fitzgerald, Michigan boxers to appear on Shields vs Gabriels 2 undercard, Roberto Duran to attend historic bareknuckle MMA gamechanger, Jared Anderson to make shock step up versus Heavyweight GGG, Liam Smith vs Chris Eubank 2 tickets have not sold out yet, De La Hoya sees huge Davis-Garcia II buys may not be involved. Garnacho has outlined which players he is closest to and described one Manchester United star as like a "dad" to him after opening up about his breakthrough season. "I'll try my best to get back in the ring as soon as possible, I could do with an MRI and I'll pay you back when my GIRO lands.".