How lightbulb moment in Hazard's apartment helped Sheeraz
Former Chelsea winger Eden Hazard is a surprise inspiration for Britain's Hamzah Sheeraz on his path to world championship glory.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Notable Quotes
"I was working in Eden Hazard's apartment fixing his bulbs and sockets and my ego or goals and aspirations kicked in, so I went back to the gym."
— Hamzah Sheeraz , Athlete
"It'd be a pinch-me moment if I got to fight him. I've been watching this guy since I was a kid, trying to learn from him and now you get the opportunity to fight him."
— Hamzah Sheeraz , Athlete
"I know that I'm here for a reason. My hard work has taken me this far. God has taken me this far. My team and family have taken me this far."
— Hamzah Sheeraz , Athlete
Key People
All Coverage
Former Chelsea winger Eden Hazard is a surprise inspiration for Britain's Hamzah Sheeraz on his path to world championship glory.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
Fernandez booed by Chelsea fans as Alonso offers glimpse of blueprint
Enzo Fernandez is booed by sections of the Chelsea support, Morgan Rogers scores on his first appearance and Xabi Alonso offers a glimpse of what could be his blueprint for the season.
August 15, 2026 at 04:22 PMCoventry sign teenage Fenerbahce forward Cherif
Nineteen-year-old Sidiki Cherif joins the Sky Blues on a long‑term deal after finishing last season with two goals in 12 games in Turkey's top flight.
August 19, 2026 at 12:38 PMFearless Madjo, 17, ends eight-month wait with dream Villa debut
Teenage striker Brian Madjo scores on his Aston Villa debut in Uefa Super Cup defeat by Paris St-Germain to end eight-month wait for a chance to play in competitive games.
August 12, 2026 at 11:16 PMPSG sign Spain's World Cup hero Torres from Barcelona - Reuters
PSG sign Spain's World Cup hero Torres from Barcelona Reuters
August 15, 2026 at 12:54 PMChampion Smith dreams of Hillsborough after homecoming
World champion Dalton Smith says fighting at Sheffield Wednesday's Hillsborough next year would be the "cherry on the cake".
August 19, 2026 at 01:15 PMIreland's World Cup hopes alive after win over NZ
Ireland's women looked no further than the success of the country’s athletes and swimmers over the past 10 days to inspire them to a first Hockey World Cup pool win in eight years.
August 18, 2026 at 12:31 PM