Dubois Vows to Back Up Her Claims Against Harper: A Pursuit of Greatness

Caroline Dubois is unapologetic about her aspirations. She describes her journey as 'a pursuit of greatness,' with her next milestone being a unification of world championships against Terri Harper. Dubois and Harper will clash for the WBC and WBO lightweight world titles on Sunday, broadcast live on Sky Sports. As the co-headlining act on an all-female TV card at London's Olympia, promoted by Jake Paul's MVP, the winner will secure a spot among the elite in women's sports. This marks a significant departure from the humble beginnings of Dubois' boxing career, which started in a north London pub where she had her first amateur bout as a child. Dubois had to disguise herself as a boy named Colin to participate in sparring sessions, and in her amateur debut, listed as C. Dubois on the makeshift program. Her natural talent was evident from the start, showcasing a refined skillset unexpected in a novice. Dubois attributes her prowess to 'god-given talent,' which she has honed since starting boxing at the age of nine. She reflects on her journey with pride, acknowledging the progress from her amateur days to her current professional career. Now, at 25, Dubois is embracing the entertainment aspect of professional boxing, adopting a more assertive persona, particularly in her pre-fight engagements with Harper. This new facet of her character is a departure from her amateur days, where she focused on the purity of the sport. Dubois has grown into her role as a professional, leveraging personal experiences and her environment to improve and develop as an athlete. She views her upcoming fight with Harper as a crucial step towards her goal, marking the beginning of her unification journey at the weight class. Dubois believes that champions should always strive to fight other champions, seeing this bout as a significant moment in her career and a test she is eager to pass with excellence.