Tokyo 2020 Olympics - Boxing - Men's Lightweight - Semifinal - Kokugikan Arena - Tokyo, Japan - August 6, 2021. Andy Cruz of Cuba in action against Harry Garside of Australia REUTERS/Stoyan Nenov
TOKYO (Reuters) - Lightweight Harry Garside has taken unorthodox boxing to a whole new level at the Tokyo Olympics, crediting ballet for his stunning run in the ring that saw him land Australia's first boxing medal in 33 years.
The tattoo-clad plumber from suburban Melbourne said ballet was not just a training method for fast footwork and balance, but a passion he plans to pursue once he hangs up his gloves.
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