172 Quotes by Joe Calzaghe

I've fought in Copenhagen before, and it's not the most hostile place in the world.

Amateur boxing is one of the safest sports around.

I embraced every struggle because it made me the fighter I was.

I didn't like school at all. I was bullied and didn't have a good time. Boxing was my escapism, and the ring was where I felt best.

On a personal level, I probably wouldn't want my boys to box professionally. But I do encourage them to get into boxing training - they both go along. It keeps them fit.

When I go into the ring, I don't hate opponents, and I certainly don't want to hurt them.

I was told as a teenager I'd never box again. I had a really bad wrist injury; I couldn't even shadow box for six months. I went through surgery just to try and manage it.

When I boxed against Jeff Lacy, that was one fight that I was so proud of.

To win the four major title belts, to be the unbeaten champion and 10 years a champion - it's amazing. I'm so proud.