Ellie Scotney (via Getty)
Ellie Scotney is just one step away from making history. The boxing star is preparing for a huge undisputed title fight against Mayelli Flores this Easter Sunday. The British boxer already holds the WBC, IBF, and WBO belts in the super-bantamweight division.
Now, she has the chance to add the WBA title and become the undisputed champion. It is the biggest fight of her career so far.The stakes have become even higher after her promoter, Jake Paul, made a special promise. If Scotney wins, she will receive a brand-new car as a reward. The 28-year-old fighter, who still uses public transport to get to training, is excited but focused. Despite the added incentive, her main goal remains achieving her lifelong dream of becoming undisputed champion.
Ellie Scotney stays grounded and focused on WBA win
Ellie Scotney has stayed grounded despite the excitement around her upcoming fight. The promise of a new car has grabbed her attention. However, she is not letting it distract her. She made it clear that her only focus is on winning the fight. Speaking to Sun Sports, the boxer admitted that while she hopes for a luxury vehicle like a G-Wagon, she joked that it could also end up being something simpler. Still, she emphasized that the reward depends entirely on her performance in the ring.
The only hurdle standing In the way of the 28 year old is that she still doesn’t have a driving license. The boxing star jokingly found “crash courses” as a blessing in disguise.Scotney’s journey has not been easy. She has faced emotional challenges in recent years. This includes the loss of her grandmother in 2023. She also lost her close friend Georgia Cook O’Connor. She passed away after battling cancer. These personal losses have deeply affected her but have also given her extra motivation.
She uses these memories as a source of strength, especially during tough training sessions.She explained that these moments push her to go further and fight harder. According to her, the upcoming fight is not just about personal success. It carries deeper meaning because she feels she is fighting for something bigger than herself. This mindset has helped her stay strong and determined ahead of the biggest night of her career.
