Nicola Adams
YORKSHIRE boxer Nicola Adams today made history by becoming the first-ever Olympic woman boxing champion in front of an ecstatic crowd in London.
Adams, a one-time extra in soaps such as EastEnders and Coronation Street, produced a dominant display to beat a world champion from China.
The 29-year-old from Leeds punched the air with joy and flashed her trademark smile which delights her fans.
She said: "It's like a dream come true for me. I just wanted this all my life."
She added: "I'm just so happy and overwhelmed with joy right now."
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article