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Racism claim by Idi Amin’s grandson groundless, says Commonwealth chief

Source: The Guardian Sport - Published: 30 Jul 2026 16:30

Ugandan boxer criticised referee after disqualificationChief executive Sadleir defends TNT Sports coverageCommonwealth Sport chiefs have dismissed Idi Amin’s grandson’s claims of corruption and racism after he was disqualified for a head-butt in the super-heavyweight boxing.Aziz Abdul lashed out at the decision by the Argentinian referee, Manuel Vilarino, after losing his quarter-final fight to England’s Damar Thomas. It came after he was correctly docked a point for a standing count in the first round, another for repeatedly punching on the break, and then disqualified for a blatant butt. Continue reading...