Kell Brook was named the Boxer of the Year at the British Boxing Board of Control awards.
The Sheffield fighter received the honour after a memorable 12 months, dating back to last August, which saw him claim the IBF welterweight title with a points win over Shawn Porter and then battle back from a serious leg injury after being stabbed while on holiday.
Brook, who made two successful defences of the title against Jo Jo Dan and Frankie Gavin, was unable to collect the award as he is training in Spain for his upcoming clash with Diego Chaves in Sheffield on October 24.
He tweeted: "Just heard I won the BBBofC boxer of the year..wow! Thanks to the fans @skysports @matchroomboxing Lets do this Oct 24 @SheffieldArena."
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