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Gavin Glicksman

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  • Content Manager, DAZN
London
As seen in: DAZN, The Daily Mirror, Scottish Daily Record, Devon Live, LiveScore
Covers:  Football, boxing
Sports journalist, editor and copywriter specialising in football and boxing, with extensive digital and print experience. @SpeechUnion member.

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Gavin Glicksman’s Biography

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I'm an experienced sports journalist, editor and copywriter. During 15 years at The Sun, I managed the digital sports desk and enjoyed a spell as the paper’s boxing correspondent before joining Gamesys to work on the launch of premium sportsbook brand Virgin Bet. I was subsequently LiveScore’s deputy editor prior to joining DAZN as a content manager.

Specialising in football and boxing, I’ve written and subbed copy spanning all major sports. Thriving under the pressure of meeting deadlines, I r…

Gavin Glicksman’s Journalist Portfolio

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Rico Verhoeven taunts unified world heavyweight champ Oleksandr Usyk | DAZN News GB

Rico Verhoeven taunts unified world heavyweight champ Oleksandr Usyk | DAZN News GB

Rico Verhoeven called Oleksandr Usyk a "built-up cruiserweight" at the launch press conference for their figh…

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Benn still hopes to make peace with Matchroom Boxing supremo Hearn | DAZN News GB

Benn still hopes to make peace with Matchroom Boxing supremo Hearn | DAZN News GB

Conor Benn is keen to put his acrimonious split with Eddie Hearn behind him and focus on securing his legacy.

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Rising star Moses Itauma's biggest challenge may lie outside the ring | DAZN News GB

Rising star Moses Itauma's biggest challenge may lie outside the ring | DAZN News GB

EXCLUSIVE: Handling the downsides of fame could be one of Moses Itauma's toughest battles as he eyes heavywei…

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People may be talking but Moses Itauma is blocking out all the noise | DAZN News GB

People may be talking but Moses Itauma is blocking out all the noise | DAZN News GB

EXCLUSIVE: Rising star Moses Itauma is only interested in listening to certain people as he bids to rule the …

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Del Boy cannot wait to hear his name ring around the O2 Arena one last time | DAZN News GB

Del Boy cannot wait to hear his name ring around the O2 Arena one last time | DAZN News GB

EXCLUSIVE: Derek Chisora has loved being a fan favourite during a rollercoaster career. On Saturday night, li…

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Riley ready to Master biggest challenge yet against European champ Mateusz

Riley ready to Master biggest challenge yet against European champ Mateusz

EXCLUSIVE: Viddal Riley is loving life with MF Pro and cannot wait to deal with European champ Mateusz Master…

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Darren Barker: Wardley deserves credit for triggering Dubois rematch after brutal war

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By Darren Barker, Gavin Glicksman Verified
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In his latest exclusive column for DAZN News, Darren Barker runs the rule over Fabio Wardley's decision to face Daniel Dubois again after dropping the WBO world heavyweight title to his fellow Brit in a brutal encounter. I'm sure many people around Fabio Wardley asked whether he wanted a little tune-up before facing Daniel Dubois again. But you've got to give a massive pat on the back and credit to Fabio for saying he wants the rematch next.
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Who is the former middleweight world champion pushing his body to the limit for late hero Ricky Hatton?

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By Darren Barker, Gavin Glicksman Verified
| DAZN
Darren Barker is tackling The Longest Round this summer in memory of boxing legend Ricky Hatton to raise money for the Ricky Hatton Foundation and CALM. In his latest exclusive column for DAZN News, the former IBF world middleweight champ explains why the endurance challenge is so important to him. I feel like I owe this to Ricky Ricky Hatton was a hero of mine. He was one of the fighters that made me realise what a big fight night was all about.
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Darren Barker: Oleksandr Uysk has a chance to bow out at the very top

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By Darren Barker, Gavin Glicksman Verified
| DAZN
Darren Barker is back with his latest exclusive column for DAZN News. This time, the former IBF world middleweight champ gives his thoughts on what the future holds for Oleksandr Usyk. Father Time waits for nobody I'm always a firm advocate of getting out at the top - and there's nothing more for Oleksandr Usyk to prove. I mean, maybe a couple of names are missing from his record, but there's always going to be someone else emerging as a challenger.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

After leaving uni, I landed a two-week trial at The Sun. And the rest is history... :)

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Without wanting to sound very old, yes. My mum had an electric one and my first experience of typing was on that.

How is social media changing news?

First and foremost, social media changed news by breaking stories ahead of the traditional outlets.