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      Chris Eubank’s son Sebastian drowns in Dubai days before 30th birthday as ex-boxer pays tribute to ‘loved’ new dad

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      CHRIS Eubank’s son has tragically drowned in Dubai only days before his 30th birthday.The former boxing champ’s son Sebastian, 29, became a dad for the first time a month ago and was making a life for himself in the UEA with wife Salma.
      🔵 Read our Sebastian Eubank live blog for the latest updates…
      Sebastian Eubank has drowned in DubaiCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Sebastian, pictured here with his dad and brothers, became a dad a month agoCredit: Instagram
      His devastated dad Chris Eubank Sr has hailed his “loved” son a “deep thinker” as he paid a heartfelt tribute to him.
      “Never did I ever imagine I would write these words or experience the feeling I now have at the loss of my son,” he said,
      “My family and I are devastated to hear of the death of Sebastian just days before what would have been his 30th birthday. 
      “He leaves his wife Salma, his son Raheem born just a month ago, his mother Karron Meadows, brothers Nathanael, Chris, Jr, Joseph, one sister Emily and countless relatives and friends.  
      “Sebastian grew up in Hove in England but in the last few years made his life in Dubai where he had a wide circle of friends and was a leader in the adoption of a healthy lifestyle and of alternative therapies.”
      Eubank Sr said his son had been working as a personal trainer and professional boxer.
      Sebastian, 29, with his dad Chris Sr and brother Chris JrCredit: PA
      Sebastian followed in his dad’s footsteps with a boxing careerCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Chris Eubank Sr pictured with his late son in Hyde Park in 2015Credit: Alamy
      “Sebastian was also a deep thinker who liked to challenge accepted wisdom,” he added.
      “He was loved and respected by all who knew him and will be forever in the thoughts of friends and family.
      “As a family we now kindly ask to be given space and privacy to celebrate his life and remember the son, the brother, the husband, the friend.”
      Friends have also paid tribute to him as a “true gentleman” as news of the tragedy was shared.
      Following in his dad’s footsteps, Sebastian made his MMA debut last year.
      Sebastian was also a deep thinker who liked to challenge accepted wisdom.He was loved and respected by all who knew him and will be forever in the thoughts of friends and family.Chris Eubank Sr
      Sebastian was born in 1991 and, like his older brother Chris Jr, was born in Brighton before moving to the US.
      Sebastian is survived by his dad, mum Karron Meadows, brothers Chris Jr, Nathanael and Joseph, his sister Emily, as well as his wife and son.
      His mum Karron said: “Our whole family is grieving at the huge loss of our son and brother, Sebastian.
      While his brother, Chris Eubank Jr – who is also a professional boxer, added on Twitter: “Rest easy little brother, I love you and you will be missed always.”

      “Please respect our grief and privacy while we try to comprehend our loss.”
      Chris Eubank Sr held the WBO middleweight and super-middleweight titles between 1990 and 1995.
      Eubank Sr was a world champion for five years and was one of the most recognisable fighters of the 1990s, with his eccentric personality and talent in the ring proving a watchable combination.
      Chris Eubank Sr has hailed his ‘loved’ son a ‘deep thinker’ as he paid a heartfelt tribute to himCredit: Getty
      Sebastian with his dad and brothersCredit: Rex
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      Conor McGregor tells Floyd Mayweather ‘we can go again’ in rematch as UFC star reveals ‘for sure I will box again’

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      CONOR McGREGOR told Floyd Mayweather ‘we can go again’ in a rematch as he revealed: ‘For sure I will box again’. The former two-weight UFC champion made his boxing debut in 2017 to Mayweather, losing in round ten.
      Conor McGregor at his weigh in before fighting Dustin PoirierCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Floyd Mayweather during his exhibition with Logan PaulCredit: Reuters
      He was then in talks to fight Manny Pacquiao, 42, before making his UFC comeback in January with a rematch against Dustin Poirier, 32, who he beat in 2014.
      But after Poirier knocked the Irishman out, his return to the boxing ring was shelved.
      McGregor, 32, admitted to putting too much emphasis on boxing before the defeat, as he faces Poirier in a trilogy decider on Saturday.
      Ahead of the UFC 264 headliner, he has vowed to focus solely on MMA, but did not close the door on another venture into the ring.
      McGregor told ESPN’s Stephen A Smith: “For sure I’ll box again.
      “Like I’m back on the sites, the boxing is not even on the radar at the minute. But I will do of course.”
      Mayweather, 44, officially retired after beating McGregor, in a lucrative fight which grossed close to £600MILLION.
      But the UFC legend insisted he was the draw behind the crossover bout and his rival should be the grateful one.

      McGregor explained: “Stephen, Floyd didn’t make me anything. I was on the Forbes list before Floyd. I brought Floyd out the gutter with it.
      “Because Floyd had the Andre Berto fight before that and it was like 300,000 buys.
      “It was me that made Floyd.”
      Mayweather has returned twice since his win against McGregor, but both in exhibition bouts.
      The first was with featherweight kickboxer Tenshin Nasukawa in Japan, which ended in round one.
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      Floyd Mayweather beat Conor McGregor in 2017Credit: Reuters
      But more recently he gave away TWO STONE against YouTuber Logan Paul, 26, which went the full eight round distance.
      McGregor blasted Mayweather for the bizarre fight, which ended without a winner as there was no knockout scored, and opened the door to a rematch.
      He said: “I have no problem with Floyd, it wasn’t a good look for him to face against that man (Logan Paul) in his last one.
      “It didn’t feel right, even he didn’t feel right, you could see it in him. We can go again if he wants.
      “I feel that’s going to happen at some stage down the line.”
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      Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury targeted for ‘January or February’ says Hearn after delay to Gypsy King’s clash with Wilder

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA’s long-awaited showdown with fellow Brit Tyson Fury could now take place in ‘late January or February’.The pair were due to face off in a blockbuster showdown in Saudi Arabia next month before Fury was ordered to have a trilogy fight with Deontay Wilder.
      Anthony Joshua was due to face Tyson Fury in Saudi Arabia next monthCredit: Reuters
      But an American judge ordered The Gypsy King to have a trilogy fight with Deontay Wilder, which has been delayedCredit: AFP
      Eddie Hearn expects Joshua vs Fury to take place in ‘late January or February’ at the earliestCredit: Getty
      The hope was to stage the Battle of Britain in the winter after The Gypsy King’s trilogy fight with Wilder on July 24, which has been delayed following an outbreak of Covid-19 in the WBC champ’s camp.
      Fury vs Wilder III is now expected to take place in October, a delay that has ended promoter Eddie Hearn’s hopes of an end-of-year unification bout.
      The Matchroom Boxing chief told iFL TV: “I think that was pretty much the case anyway.
      “But fighting September 25, it’s very difficult to do a fight in December.
      ” And a lot of our conversations now about the undisputed fight are end of Jan, February.
      “So it probably helps. Fury might’ve wanted to do another fight in November or December.
      “And then the whole thing is, like, never-ending.”
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      A new date for Fury vs Wilder III has yet to be finalised, and Hearn has serious doubts about the pair’s third encounter going ahead.
      He added: “I don’t even know if it’ll happen in October, to be honest with you. Who knows?
      “But at least if this fight does happen and AJ beats [Oleksandr] Usyk successfully, then we’ve bought fought around the same time and then we can try and make the undisputed fight.
      “But as I’ve said to you, I don’t trust anything that’s said.
      Tyson Fury was one of his ten team members to test positive for CovidCredit: AFP

      “So even the undisputed fight right now, yeah, we can stress how much we’ve always wanted to do it and we’re ready to make the deal at any time.”
      At this moment in time, Hearn and Joshua are both focused on September’s showdown with former undisputed cruiserweight king Oleksandr Usyk.
      Hearn said: “All the focus is on now is the next fight for Anthony Joshua, being successful in that fight and moving forward with his career.”
      Joshua, 31, will defend his unified heavyweight titles against Ukraine’s Usyk at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on September 25.
      AJ is currently training for his clash with his fellow Olympian in Marbella, but SunSport understands he’ll soon return to the UK to complete his camp at the Olympic training facility in Sheffield.
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      Chris Eubank Jr says ‘sorry I wasn’t there’ in heartbreaking tribute to brother, 29, who drowned in Dubai

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      CHRIS Eubank Jr has said he’s sorry he “wasn’t there” in a heartbreaking tribute to his brother who drowned in Dubai just days before his 30th birthday.Sebastian Eubank – the third eldest of former boxing champ Chris Eubank Snr’s five children – is said to have been found dead on a beach in the UAE.
      🔵 Read our Sebastian Eubank live blog for the latest updates…
      Chris Eubank Jr shared a selection of pictures of his brother Sebastian onlineCredit: Instagram/chriseubankjr
      Chris Eubank Jr paid tribute to his brother on TwitterCredit: Twitter
      The son of Chris Eubank Snr urged others to look after their loved onesCredit: Instagram/chriseubankjr
      The 29-year-old had became a dad for the first time a month ago and was making a life for himself in the UEA where he lived with Salma and son Raheem.
      His friends and family have since paid tribute to the “loved” and “respected” boxer, with brother Chris Eubank Jr sharing a heartbreaking message online.
      The 31-year-old wrote: “My brother Sebastian Eubank was a special man… a righteous man… who always put others before himself.
      “A man of many talents, boxing, MMA, poetry, music, coaching, cooking the list goes on but the most important thing to him was helping others less fortunate than himself.”
      Writing alongside photos of him and Sebastian, he added: “I haven’t cried since I was 12 years old… yesterday I cried the whole day. I’m sorry I wasn’t there to watch your back like a big brother’s supposed to.
      “Can’t believe you’re really gone man but you’ll always be in my heart, mind & spirit.”
      Chris told his brother his legacy will “live on through your beautiful new born son” and “I will treat him like my own”, as he urged anyone reading to not take their loved ones for granted.
      Sebastian Eubank had just become a father
      Sebastian, 29, with his dad Chris Sr and brother Chris JrCredit: PA
      His family have been left devastated by his deathCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      It comes after dad Chris Eubank Sr hailed his “loved” son a “deep thinker” who was “loved and respected by all who knew him”.
      “Never did I ever imagine I would write these words or experience the feeling I now have at the loss of my son,” he said.
      “My family and I are devastated to hear of the death of Sebastian just days before what would have been his 30th birthday. 
      “He leaves his wife Salma, his son Raheem born just a month ago, his mother Karron Meadows, brothers Nathanael, Chris, Jr, Joseph, one sister Emily and countless relatives and friends.  
      “Sebastian grew up in Hove in England but in the last few years made his life in Dubai where he had a wide circle of friends and was a leader in the adoption of a healthy lifestyle and of alternative therapies.”
      Eubank Sr said his son had been working as a personal trainer and professional boxer.
      Sebastian, pictured here with his dad and brothers, became a dad a month agoCredit: Instagram
      Chris Eubank Sr pictured with his late son in Hyde Park in 2015Credit: Alamy
      Chris Eubank Sr has hailed his ‘loved’ son a ‘deep thinker’ as he paid a heartfelt tribute to himCredit: Getty
      Sebastian with his dad and brothersCredit: Rex
      “Sebastian was also a deep thinker who liked to challenge accepted wisdom,” he added.
      “He was loved and respected by all who knew him and will be forever in the thoughts of friends and family.
      “As a family we now kindly ask to be given space and privacy to celebrate his life and remember the son, the brother, the husband, the friend.”
      Friends have also paid tribute to him as a “true gentleman” as news of the tragedy was shared.
      Former heavyweight champ Frank Bruno wrote on Twitter today: “My heart goes out to my pal Chris Eubank and family this morning as I learnt of the passing of Sebastian Eubank.
      “He had a blossoming boxing career as well as fighting in MMA a very sad day for the Boxing family worldwide RIP Alka Lion (his fighting name).”
      Eddie Hearn wrote: “So saddened by the news of the passing of Seb Eubank. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.”
      While British boxer Ohara Davies said: “Another day of sad sad news, rest in Peace my guy @SebEubank.”
      Following in his dad’s footsteps, Sebastian made his MMA debut last year.
      Sebastian was also a deep thinker who liked to challenge accepted wisdom.He was loved and respected by all who knew him and will be forever in the thoughts of friends and family.Chris Eubank Sr
      Sebastian was born in 1991 and, like his older brother Chris Jr, was born in Brighton before moving to the US.
      Sebastian is survived by his dad, mum Karron Meadows, brothers Chris Jr, Nathanael and Joseph, his sister Emily, as well as his wife and son.
      His mum Karron said: “Our whole family is grieving at the huge loss of our son and brother, Sebastian.

      “Please respect our grief and privacy while we try to comprehend our loss.”
      Chris Eubank Sr held the WBO middleweight and super-middleweight titles between 1990 and 1995.
      Eubank Sr was a world champion for five years and was one of the most recognisable fighters of the 1990s, with his eccentric personality and talent in the ring proving a watchable combination.
      Sebastian followed in his dad’s footsteps with a boxing careerCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
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      Jake Paul hits out at Conor McGregor ahead of UFC 264 as YouTube star vows to ‘further expose him for the fraud he is’

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      JAKE PAUL has lashed out at Conor McGregor and vowed to ‘further expose him for the fraud he is’. The YouTube star has relentlessly chased a mega-money boxing match against former two-weight UFC champion McGregor.
      Jake Paul hit out at Conor McGregor and vowed to ‘further expose him for the fraud he is’Credit: Getty
      Conor McGregor weighing in for his trilogy bout with Dustin PoirierCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Paul, 3-0 as a boxer all by knockout, claimed to have a $50million fight offer waiting for the Irishman at the start of the year.
      But he rescinded that after McGregor was knocked out by Dustin Poirier in January.
      Poirier, who avenged his 2014 defeat, is now set for a trilogy decider with the southpaw star at UFC 264 tonight.
      And ahead of the immediate rematch, Paul slammed McGregor for his press conference antics and promised to put the nail in the coffin if they fought.
      You can tell Conor has lost “it”He no longer speaks from a place of authenticity & you can tell he’s trying to convince himself of his own liesHe takes offense to everything nowHe’s bathing in his own insecurity’sWhen we fight I will further expose him for the fraud he is— Paul Paul (@jakepaul) July 8, 2021

      He tweeted: “You can tell Conor has lost ‘it’.
      “He no longer speaks from a place of authenticity & you can tell he’s trying to convince himself of his own lies.
      “He takes offense to everything now. He’s bathing in his own insecurity’s.
      “When we fight I will further expose him for the fraud he is.”
      Paul has burst onto the boxing scene since his professional debut in 2020, when he beat online rival ‘AnEsonGib’.

      But he only has wins over YouTuber Gib, ex-NBA player Nate Robinson, 37, and retired UFC welterweight Ben Askren, 36, a renowned grappler.
      Paul, 24, does face the biggest challenge of his career in August, when he fights former UFC champion Tyron Woodley, 39.
      McGregor, 32, meanwhile lost his boxing debut in 2017 against Floyd Mayweather, 44, and has promised to return to the ring.
      He was in talks with Manny Pacquiao, 42, before losing to Poirier, 32, but it was shelved after the shock KO defeat.
      McGregor now eyes a run back at the UFC title and wants lightweight champion Charles Oliveira, 31, if he wins his return in Las Vegas.
      But he did not rule out a potential fight against Paul or his older brother Logan, 26, who recently took Mayweather the distance in an exhibition.
      McGregor told News.com.au: “I couldn’t care about them two dingbats. I don’t see so, but never say never.
      “If they’re gonna keep competing, who knows? But, dingbats, the two of them.”
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      Deontay Wilder hits out at Tyson Fury for postponed trilogy and says ‘he did wrong and I’m the one being penalised’

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      DEONTAY WILDER hit out at Tyson Fury for their postponed trilogy and said: ‘He did wrong and I’m the one being penalised’. The heavyweight stars were set to renew their rivalry on July 24 for a third fight in their series.
      Tyson Fury’s trilogy fight with Deontay Wilder has been postponedCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      That was until Fury and members of his team tested positive for coronavirus, pushing the trilogy bout back to October.
      Wilder, 35, had to wait over a year to get his shot at the Gypsy King, 32, due to an arbitration hearing and has been left fuming with yet another setback.
      And according to his co-manager Shelly Finkel, the American former champion was quick to blast the Gypsy King when reacting to the news.
      Per the The Athletic and according to Finkel, Wilder said: “Again now, he did wrong and I’m the one being penalised.”
      The pair first drew in 2018 before Fury won the rematch two years later in a fight which included a trilogy bout in the contract.
      But the Brit attempted to walk away from it to instead fight Anthony Joshua, 31, in an undisputed title decider.
      Wilder took the dispute to arbitration and was awarded the right to face Fury once again.
      But he will now have to wait even longer for his crack at redemption after ten members of Fury’s camp were said to have tested positive for Covid-19.
      Finkel added: “They didn’t do what they said they had and what they should have done as professional athletes.
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      How Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder stack up ahead of the trilogy fightCredit: SUNSPORT

      “There’s so much money, prestige and things riding on this, and we all have a job to do to make sure it happens on time.”
      With Manny Pacquiao, 42, fighting Errol Spence, 31, in August and Anthony Joshua, 31, against Oleksandr Usyk, 34, in September, promoters are looking to stage the trilogy on October 9.
      They also hope to keep the fight at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
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      Chris Eubank ‘devastated’ after son Sebastian, 29, drowns in Dubai just weeks after becoming a dad to baby boy

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      CHRIS Eubank has said he and his family are “devastated” after his son tragically drowned in Dubai just days before his 30th birthday.The former boxing champ’s son Sebastian, 29, became a dad for the first time a month ago and was making a life for himself in the UEA with wife Salma.
      🔵 Read our Sebastian Eubank live blog for the latest updates…
      Sebastian Eubank had just become a father
      Sebastian, 29, with his dad Chris Sr and brother Chris JrCredit: PA
      His family have been left devastated by his deathCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      The dad-of-one – the third oldest of Eubank’s five children – was found dead on a beach in the UAE where he lived with Salma and son Raheem.
      In a heartfelt tribute, his dad Chris Eubank Sr hailed his “loved” son a “deep thinker” who was “loved and respected by all who knew him”.
      “Never did I ever imagine I would write these words or experience the feeling I now have at the loss of my son,” he said.
      “My family and I are devastated to hear of the death of Sebastian just days before what would have been his 30th birthday. 
      “He leaves his wife Salma, his son Raheem born just a month ago, his mother Karron Meadows, brothers Nathanael, Chris, Jr, Joseph, one sister Emily and countless relatives and friends.  
      “Sebastian grew up in Hove in England but in the last few years made his life in Dubai where he had a wide circle of friends and was a leader in the adoption of a healthy lifestyle and of alternative therapies.”
      Eubank Sr said his son had been working as a personal trainer and professional boxer.
      Sebastian, pictured here with his dad and brothers, became a dad a month agoCredit: Instagram
      Chris Eubank Sr pictured with his late son in Hyde Park in 2015Credit: Alamy
      Chris Eubank Sr has hailed his ‘loved’ son a ‘deep thinker’ as he paid a heartfelt tribute to himCredit: Getty
      Sebastian with his dad and brothersCredit: Rex
      “Sebastian was also a deep thinker who liked to challenge accepted wisdom,” he added.
      “He was loved and respected by all who knew him and will be forever in the thoughts of friends and family.
      “As a family we now kindly ask to be given space and privacy to celebrate his life and remember the son, the brother, the husband, the friend.”
      Friends have also paid tribute to him as a “true gentleman” as news of the tragedy was shared.
      Former heavyweight champ Frank Bruno wrote on Twitter: “My heart goes out to my pal Chris Eubank and family this morning as I learnt of the passing of Sebastian Eubank.
      “He had a blossoming boxing career as well as fighting in MMA a very sad day for the Boxing family worldwide RIP Alka Lion (his fighting name).”
      Following in his dad’s footsteps, Sebastian made his MMA debut last year.
      Sebastian was also a deep thinker who liked to challenge accepted wisdom.He was loved and respected by all who knew him and will be forever in the thoughts of friends and family.Chris Eubank Sr
      Sebastian was born in 1991 and, like his older brother Chris Jr, was born in Brighton before moving to the US.
      Sebastian is survived by his dad, mum Karron Meadows, brothers Chris Jr, Nathanael and Joseph, his sister Emily, as well as his wife and son.
      His mum Karron said: “Our whole family is grieving at the huge loss of our son and brother, Sebastian.
      While his brother, Chris Eubank Jr – who is also a professional boxer, added on Twitter: “Rest easy little brother, I love you and you will be missed always.”

      “Please respect our grief and privacy while we try to comprehend our loss.”
      Chris Eubank Sr held the WBO middleweight and super-middleweight titles between 1990 and 1995.
      Eubank Sr was a world champion for five years and was one of the most recognisable fighters of the 1990s, with his eccentric personality and talent in the ring proving a watchable combination.
      Sebastian followed in his dad’s footsteps with a boxing careerCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
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      Tributes flow for Chris Eubank’s son Sebastian after Dubai drowning as promoter remembers new dad who ‘lit up a room’

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      TRIBUTES for the son of Chris Eubank have been paid after the new dad drowned just days before his 30th birthday.Sebastian has been remembered as a “true gentleman” after the 29-year-old’s death was confirmed by his heartbroken father.
      🔵 Read our Sebastian Eubank live blog for the latest updates…
      Tributes have been paid to Chris Eubanks son SebastianCredit: Getty
      The 29-year-old was found dead on a beach in Duabi after drowning
      Promoters Kaule and Nisse Suarland said: “We had the honour of promoting Sebastian Eubank.
      “He was simply a true gentleman and a sincere human being who lighted up a room when he walked in.
      “Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.”
      The son of the former boxing champ had been living out in Dubai where was building a life with his wife Salma and their newborn son.
      Sebastian was born in 1991 and, like his older brother Chris Jr, was born in Brighton before moving to the US.
      Sebastian is survived by his dad, mum Karron Meadows, brothers Chris Jr, Nathanael and Joseph, his sister Emily, as well as his wife and son.
      Prior to his death he had been working as a personal trainer and professional boxer.
      Many in the sporting world took to social media to offer their condolences to the whole Eubank family. 
      Promoter Eddie Hearn Eddie Hearn tweeted: ‘So saddened by the news of the passing of Seb Eubank. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.’ 
      Tony Bellew said: “Thinking of all the Eubank family at this time… Thoughts and Prayers are with them all.”
      Heavyweight Joe Joyce posted: “Devastating news today hearing about Sebastian Eubank, sending condolences to his family! You will be missed, Rest in Power Brother!”
      We had the honour of promoting Sebastian Eubank. He was simply a true gentleman and a sincere human being who lighted up a room when he walked in. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. 🙏❤️ pic.twitter.com/oY7jWTH3A8— Kalle & Nisse Sauerland (@SauerlandBros) July 9, 2021

      Credit: Twitter
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      Sebastian was had been working as a personal trainer and professional boxer in DubaiCredit: Instagram
      He only became a dad for the first time a month ago after the birth of his son with wife Salma
      Derek Chisora added: “RIP Seb Eubank. My thoughts and prayers are with the Eubank family and all the people who knew him at this time. Terribly sad news.”
      Sebastien’s friend Ohara Davies also paid homage to the former boxer who was found dead on a beach in Dubai.
      He said: “Another day of sad sad news, rest in Peace my guy.”
      Earlier in the day Eubank Sr had led hailed his “loved” son a “deep thinker” as he paid a heartfelt tribute to him.
      “Never did I ever imagine I would write these words or experience the feeling I now have at the loss of my son,” he said,
      “My family and I are devastated to hear of the death of Sebastian just days before what would have been his 30th birthday. 
      “He leaves his wife Salma, his son Raheem born just a month ago, his mother Karron Meadows, brothers Nathanael, Chris, Jr, Joseph, one sister Emily and countless relatives and friends.  
      “Sebastian grew up in Hove in England but in the last few years made his life in Dubai where he had a wide circle of friends and was a leader in the adoption of a healthy lifestyle and of alternative therapies.”

      “Sebastian was also a deep thinker who liked to challenge accepted wisdom,” he added.
      “He was loved and respected by all who knew him and will be forever in the thoughts of friends and family.
      “As a family we now kindly ask to be given space and privacy to celebrate his life and remember the son, the brother, the husband, the friend.”
      Father Chris Eubank Sr hailed him as a ‘loved son’Credit: Alamy
      He leaves behind his dad, mum Karron Meadows, brothers Chris Jr, Nathanael and Joseph, his sister Emily, as well as his wife and sonCredit: PA More