10/09/2026
They say chase your dreams. But dreams come at a price.
Oldham and Greater Manchester’s own Kyle Shaw Tullin is finding that out first hand as he chases his ultimate dream representing Team GB at the Olympic Games.
Kyle has already achieved what many boxers only dream of. He became GB Senior Champion at 80kg in 2024, went on to win international medals and earned his place within Team GB.
But the Olympic pathway doesn’t always follow the script you planned.
After successfully campaigning at 75kg, the category was removed from the Olympic programme, leaving Kyle with a huge decision to make.
Go up? Step away? Or make the sacrifice and chase the dream?
Kyle chose the latter.
The move from 80kg to 70kg is not simply about losing weight. It requires discipline, sacrifice, physical adaptation and an incredible level of commitment. Having gained significant muscle after joining the Royal Marines, this was always going to be a major challenge.
But there are no shortcuts when you're chasing something that matters.
For months, we have closely monitored Kyle’s journey, working through the process of getting him safely and effectively down to 70kg while ensuring that the boxer not just the weight on the scales remains the priority.
Now comes the next test.
This week in Germany, Kyle steps into the ring for his first tournament at 70kg. A new weight. A new challenge.
But the same dream.From the streets of Oldham, Greater Manchester through the Royal Marines and onto the international stage, Kyle continues to show what can happen when talent meets resilience, sacrifice and belief.
The Olympic dream is still alive.
And sometimes, the biggest dreams demand the biggest sacrifices.
