Tammara Thibeault, a 29-year-old boxer hailing from Shawinigan, Quebec, achieved a significant milestone in her career by clinching victory in the professional boxing world. She emerged triumphant against Desley Robinson from Australia in Orlando, Florida, securing the unified IBF, WBO, and Ring Magazine middleweight world championship titles through a unanimous decision. The judges unanimously scored the fight 100-90 in favor of the Canadian boxer.
Thibeault, also the reigning 2022 Commonwealth Games champion, bolstered her professional record to 5-0 with three knockout wins, maintaining an unblemished professional run. By defeating Robinson, she not only defended her unbeaten streak but also claimed both the IBF and WBO world titles.
Expressing her gratitude after the fight, Thibeault remarked, “I’m so grateful. Boxing demands perseverance, and my hard work paid off tonight.” Additionally, with this victory, she added the prestigious Ring Magazine middleweight championship to her accolades, setting a record as the fastest professional fighter to achieve this feat.
This triumph marks another significant accomplishment in Thibeault’s illustrious career, transitioning from a successful amateur career on the international stage to reaching the pinnacle of the professional boxing world.