LOS Angeles based boxer Jo “Dancing Prince” Gordon is already looking ahead to the next challenge after surviving a tough 10-round contest against Samuela Naqari in his second professional fight.
The two-time Golden gloves champion admitted he had hoped to finish his opponent earlier but praised the local fighter for making him work hard for the victory.
Gordon said his preparations had given him the confidence to go into the ring believing he would come out on top.
“I thought I was going to get him out of there. He was a very tough opponent. Good work to him.”
“He landed some very good shots, but all I said was, with all this preparation, we’re going to win,” Gordon said.
The Californian said the fight had tested him, but he remained focused on the task and was pleased to get through all ten rounds.
With the contest behind him, Gordon plans to return to the United States, enjoy some time away from boxing before getting back into training.
“The plan is to get back to the States. Well, I’m going to eat good first, get back to the States and get right back into the gym. The grind doesn’t stop,” he said.
Gordon made it clear that he was not planning to slow down, with his sights set on securing more fights and continuing his professional journey.
“Whoever’s next, we’re going to make it happen. I want everything,” he said.
Asked whether he would consider returning to Fiji after facing a challenging local opponent, Gordon welcomed the possibility.
