Chris Kongo Seeks to Spin Win Over Florian Marku Into Bigger Things

Welterweight Chris Kongo is determined to use his victory over Florian Marku as a springboard to greater success.

Kongo, also known as “2 Slick,” impressed fans and critics alike with his dominant performance against the previously unbeaten Marku at the O2 Arena on Sunday. But for Kongo, this victory was more than just a win – it was a testament to his hard work and unwavering determination.

Despite being a talented fighter, Kongo has faced challenges in fulfilling his potential. But when the stakes were at their highest, he rose to the occasion and put on a masterful display of skill and strategy.

Throughout the first half of the fight, Kongo lived up to his nickname, using his slick boxing skills to outmaneuver and outbox Marku. And as the rounds progressed, he began to stand his ground and punish his opponent with powerful shots. After 10 rounds, Kongo (15-2, 7 KOs) was declared the clear winner, earning a well-deserved unanimous decision.

“I wanted to feel out the first couple of rounds,” said Kongo after the fight. “I felt his power and I said, ‘Yeah, this ain’t stopping me. No way. He’s not stopping me.’ In my head, I was just saying, ‘Stay disciplined, keep working. Stay disciplined, keep working,’ and it paid off.”

It has been over a year since Kongo’s last title challenge against Ekow Essuman, where he came up just short in a close majority decision. Many would have been discouraged by this defeat, but not Kongo. He remained dedicated to the sport and waited for his next opportunity.

That opportunity came last summer when Kongo and Marku clashed at a press conference. From that moment on, it was clear that these two would eventually meet in the ring.

Kongo entered fight week in the best shape of his career, both physically and mentally. He refused to be intimidated by Marku’s tactics and, knowing that a loss would likely mean the end of his career at the title level, he remained disciplined and focused.

“I came here, we prayed and I believed,” Kongo said. “I trusted in the work. I trusted in Barry Smith. I trusted in Lee Wylie, and I trusted in Ben Davison. All you’ve got to do is trust.

“Last year I took an ‘L,’ but that didn’t stop me from sticking in the gym and keeping working and working and working. I always knew that one day it would pay off. And I promise myself, now I’ve won this, I’m going straight back in the gym and I’m getting back to work. Nobody is going to stop me. I’m going to keep staying disciplined inside of the ring, in training and outside.”

Welterweight Chris Kongo has proven that hard work and determination can lead to success, as he defeated Florian Marku in a high-profile grudge match at the O2 Arena on Sunday.

Kongo, also known as “2 Slick,” has faced challenges in fulfilling his potential as a talented fighter. But when the stakes were at their highest, he rose to the occasion and put on a masterful display of skill and strategy.

After a close majority decision loss in his last title challenge, Kongo could have easily lost hope and motivation. But instead, he remained dedicated to the sport and waited for his next opportunity.

That opportunity came last summer when Kongo and Marku clashed at a press conference. From that moment on, it was clear that these two would eventually meet in the ring.

Kongo entered fight week in the best shape of his career, both physically and mentally. He refused to be intimidated by Marku’s tactics and, knowing that a loss would likely mean the end of his career at the title level, he remained disciplined and focused.

And on Sunday, Kongo’s hard work paid off as he outboxed and outclassed Marku over 10 rounds, earning a well-deserved unanimous decision victory.

“I wanted to feel out the first couple of rounds,” said Kongo after the fight. “I felt his power and I said, ‘Yeah, this ain’t stopping me. No way. He’s not stopping me.’ In my head, I was just saying, ‘Stay disciplined, keep working. Stay disciplined, keep working,’ and it paid off.”

Kongo’s victory serves as a reminder that with hard work and determination, anything is possible. And as he looks towards the future, he remains focused and determined to continue his journey towards success.