Boxing trainer suspended after neo-Nazi Sewell trained at his gym
A boxing trainer in Melbourne has been suspended after it was revealed that neo-Nazi Thomas Sewell was training at his gym. The gym's owner stated they do not support extremist organizations and took immediate action upon learning of Sewell's presence. Boxing Victoria is conducting an investigation into the matter while emphasizing their commitment to inclusivity and safety in the sport.
- ▪Thomas Sewell, a neo-Nazi leader, was training at a boxing gym in Diamond Creek, Melbourne.
- ▪Boxing Victoria has suspended the gym's owner pending further investigation into Sewell's attendance.
- ▪The gym has stated it does not support hateful or extremist organizations and acted as soon as they were informed.
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Thomas Sewell was training at a Melbourne boxing gym. Now it's facing the consequencesExclusive by ABC NEWS Verify's Lucy Carter, Michael Workman and Matt MartinoABC NEWS VerifyTopic:ExtremismThu 4 Jun 2026 at 11:44amThu 4 Jun 2026 at 11:44amThu 4 Jun 2026 at 11:44amThomas Sewell was training at a boxing gym in the outer-Melbourne suburb of Diamond Creek (not pictured). (ABC NEWS Verify)In short:The owner and head instructor of a Melbourne boxing gym has been suspended by Boxing Victoria pending further investigation after it learned neo-Nazi Thomas Sewell was training there.The gym says it does not support hateful or extremist organisations and took action as soon as it became aware of the matter.What's next?Sewell has asked the High Court to issue an injunction against the government's…
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