(AUG 18) WBAN has received a
latest update on Rola El-Halabi, [11-0, with 6 KO’s], who was
shot by her stepfather and former manager Roy El-Halabi, on
April 1, 2011, in Berlin, Germany just moments before stepping
into the ring for a title bout against Bosnian Irma Adler is,
recovering nicely but that her right hand needs further
rehabilitation.
As reported by WBAN on April 2, 2011, Rola’s stepfather and
former manager Roy El-Halabi shot her in her hand, knee and both
feet. He also shot and injured two security guards before being
arrested.
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This tragic event was a
tremendous shock to the boxing community as it occurred a little
over four months after the incident in which Christy Martin was
shot and stabbed by her "now former" husband and manager, Jim
Martin.
Rola’s most memorable win up-to-date came on March 20, 2010,
when Rola scored a 5th round TKO of former World Champion and
veteran of the sport, Mia St. John, in Ulm, Germany; Rola’s
hometown.
According to the latest update that WBAN received, “Rola
El-Halabi is far from hanging up her gloves and is looking
toward a brighter future in the sport and in her Life.
Rola is very much excited to get back into the gym but doesn’t
expect to be competition ready until September 2012---a date she
says she endeavors getting back into the Ring in her Hometown of
Ulm, Germany, before setting her sights on competing in the
States against tougher opponents.” Although, Rola is still in
the process of recovery and is yet prepared to discuss any
upcoming bouts and such, according to the report, “she is eager
to get back into her regimen and is confident she will recover
and compete again.” A personal statement by Rola El-Halabi is
forthcoming…
“Rola sends her warmest regards to everyone and appreciates
everyone’s concern and the many well wishes sent to her during
her ordeal. Rola went on to say that she really appreciates Sue
Fox for allowing her these few moments to let everyone know that
she’s okay and that she looks forward to following up with Sue…”
WBAN looks forward to Rola El-Halabi’s full recovery.
