WATCH: Tragic Thai boxer talks about cutting weight for fights and his enthusiasm for his sport
The 25-minute interview, filmed in 2015 and available on Youtube, features the 20-year-old discussing his start in the sport, his pre-match build-up and preparation, and his students back home in Grangemouth.
Jordan (20) was found dead at the weekend. It is believed he died as a result of heatstroke having been running wearing a ‘heavy suit’ in warm temperatures as preparation for his next bout – which had been scheduled for last night.
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Hide AdIn the interview he discusses his nutrition and weight-loss plans ahead of fights, and also highlights the talents of one of his local fighters back home in Grangemouth’s Carnage Gym – European champion Erin Kowal.
Tributes have poured in for the tragic fighter, with shock expressed from around the world, and closer to his Maddiston home.
Ross Binnie: “Absolutely horrible hearing the news about Jordan Coe, I don’t think I’ve ever met a nicer person .”
Stefanie Eadie: “So saddened to hear about the passing of Jordan Coe, I have the funniest memories of sitting next to him every morning for 3 years, RIP.”
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Hide AdCara Maclure: “So heartbreaking hearing about Jordan. Someone so happy, determined and an inspiration to live your dream, sleep tight friend
Sean Elderbrant: “Horrible news about Jordan Coe. Lovely lad who was living his dream. R.I.P mate x”
A justgiving page has been sent up to repatriate the 20-year-old’s body and help with funeral costs. It has raised more than £19,000 and can be accessed here.