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Amy Pu makes history as first female boxing referee in Britain

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Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Amy Pu makes history as first female boxing referee in Britain
Summary

Amy Pu has become the first female to referee a professional boxing match in Britain, officiating her debut at York Hall in March 2024. Previously an amateur referee, Pu was approached by the British Boxing Board of Control to take on a professional role. She expressed her desire to challenge the male-dominated status quo and fulfill her dream of seeing female referees in boxing. Following her historic debut, Pu has received mostly positive reactions from the boxing community.

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  • •Pu officiated her first professional match in March 2024.
  • •She was encouraged to pursue professional refereeing by the BBBofC.
  • •Pu aims to challenge perceptions in a male-dominated sport.
  • •Positive reception reported from the boxing community.
  • •She is fully qualified as a referee since 2025.
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  • 9:51 AMYahoo Sports — History, pressure and overcoming prejudice - Pu's life as a referee
  • 9:51 AMBBC Sport — History, pressure and overcoming prejudice - Pu's life as a referee
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Amy Pu speaks to BBC Sport about becoming the first female to referee a professional boxing fight in Britain and the challenges she has faced.

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Amy Pu speaks to BBC Sport about becoming the first female to referee a professional boxing fight in Britain and the challenges she has faced.

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