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Interview: Muhammad Ali delighted with winning start

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Sports Mole speaks to Team GB boxer Muhammad Ali following his winning start to the 2015 European Games.

Team GB boxer Muhammad Ali has revealed his delight after winning his opening bout at the 2015 European Games on Tuesday.

The 18-year-old out-classed Alexandr Riscan in Baku to set up a fight with the experienced Italian Vincenzo Picardi.

Flyweight Ali is one of the youngest fighters at the tournament, but has insisted that age is not a problem.

Shortly after the fight, Sports Mole caught up with the teenager, who is expected to make waves at the tournament this summer.

Congratulations Muhammad. How did that feel?

"It is obviously good to get Team GB off to a winning start and for myself as well. It is good to get the first one out of the way.

"It was just about getting in there and getting the rust off because we have been here for about a week now so it was good to get it over and done with."

And what about the reaction from the crowd? They certainly enjoyed your performance!

"I could hear it, it was good. I thought only the Team GB team would be cheering me on, but the rest of the crowd were as well! My all-action style helps as well because I throw a lot of shots, so they must enjoy it."

Is your age a problem as you prepare to face a 31-year-old in the next round?

"I will just take it as it comes. I might be 18, but I am strong for the age so I will make sure I assert myself and make sure that he knows that he is in for a good fight."

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