Anthony Joshua was discharged from a Nigerian hospital Wednesday after a car crash. The accident, which occurred Monday on a major expressway in Ogun State near Lagos, resulted in the deaths of two close friends and team members, Sina Ghami and Latif "Latz" Ayodele. Joshua, 36, was a passenger in a Lexus SUV that collided with a stationary truck.
Medical staff deemed the former world champion fit to recover at home. A joint statement from Ogun and Lagos states described Joshua as "heavy hearted" following the loss. Post-discharge, Joshua visited the funeral home where the bodies of Ghami and Ayodele were being prepared for repatriation.
Eddie Hearn, Joshua's promoter, expressed his condolences on social media. He paid tribute to Ghami and Ayodele, acknowledging their loyalty and energy. The accident has deeply affected Joshua and his team.
Joshua turned professional after winning gold at the 2012 Olympics. He has since become a prominent figure in British heavyweight boxing.
The focus now shifts to mourning the loss of Ghami and Ayodele. Further details regarding any potential investigations into the accident remain unconfirmed.
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