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What Happened?
Chris Eubank Jr has been hit with a hefty £100,000 fine for slapping his rival Conor Benn with an egg during a press conference ahead of their upcoming grudge match.
The Egg Incident
The altercation took place at a media event where Eubank Jr smashed an egg into Benn's face, referencing Benn's previous failed drug test. This led to a chaotic brawl on stage involving the fighters and their teams.
Fine Imposed
Following a hearing by the British Boxing Board of Control, Eubank Jr was found in breach of misconduct regulations and was fined £100,000 for his actions.
Fans React
Social media was abuzz with reactions from fans, with many finding humor in the situation. Some remarked that the hefty fine was "definitely worth it" and joked about the expensive nature of eggs.
What's Next?
Despite the controversy, Eubank Jr remains focused on his upcoming fight with Benn and has shared details about the financial negotiations surrounding the bout.
