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TRUE GRIT

IF SHABAZ MASOOD goes on to vindicate trainer Ben Davison’s prediction of world title glory, he will look back on this, his most notable win yet, as a key moment in his career.

The gifted Stoke super-bantam recorded his 12th straight pro victory, but only just, digging deep to defeat Jose Sanmartin on a split decision after 10 absorbing, but rarely exciting, rounds.

Luigi Boscarelli’s score of 98-92 was unbelievable, but Jesus Morata Garcia’s 96-94 tally looked right, with Michael Alexander having it 96-94 to

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