GB's Whittaker produces impressive win on US debut
Great Britain's Ben Whittaker marks his American debut with an impressive second-round victory against Richard Rivera at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
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"Brooklyn, that's how you do it man."
— Ben Whittaker , Athlete
Key People
Ben Whittaker is a British light-heavyweight boxer and Olympic silver medalist.
Jaron Ennis is an unbeaten American professional boxer with a perfect record.
Richard Rivera is a professional boxer undefeated in 27 bouts.
Xander Zayas is a Puerto Rican professional boxer who attempted to defend his titles on the same card.
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Great Britain's Ben Whittaker marks his American debut with an impressive second-round victory against Richard Rivera at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
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