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Edmonton local steps into the ring to support mental health and cancer charities

Buse Sevimli, 24, took part in an Ultra White Collar Boxing (UWCB) event at The Troxy in London in March.

Her decision to step into the ring was motivated by the devastating passing of her father, Umit Sevimli, from cancer last year.

“I experienced a tragedy last year with the loss of my father and it really took its toll on me.

“I’d always been an active person – it was my Dad who would often take me to play sports – but I really lost my motivation and got into a bit of a dark place.”

Wanting to lift herself out of the struggle she found herself in, Buse saw Ultra White Collar Boxing, read some great reviews, and decided to sign up: “I knew I needed something to focus on and training for a boxing match felt like the sort of opportunity I was looking for.