By Mark Vester
The career of Audley Harrison (23-4, 17KOs) is in doubt after losing a close decision to Martin Rogan (11-0, 5KOs) at the ExCel Arena in London. The sole score was 96-95. Harrison was outworked by a prospect who works as a taxi driver in Belfast. It marks Harrison's fourth loss in eight fights.
Harrison, 37-years-old and a gold medal winner at 2000 Sydney Olympics, had his entire career riding on this fight. He suffered a cut early and came forward, but didn't throw enough punches in most rounds, which kept the fight very close. He predicted a crushing win when the fight was announced and one has to wonder if promoter Frank Warren will keep him on the payroll after yet another lackluster performance.
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