Eubank coach charged with firearm possession in UK

In addition to Chris Eubank Jr, Brian 'Bomack' McIntyre (left) also trains undisputed welterweight champion Terence Crawford

Brian 'Bomac' McIntyre, the trainer of Chris Eubank Jr, has been charged with possession of a firearm.

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said: "Officers were called to reports of a possible firearm being found in hold luggage by airport staff at Manchester Airport.

"GMP officers attended, and the firearm was seized."

The police added: "Subsequently, a 53-year-old man was arrested for possession of a firearm and was taken to custody for further questioning.

"Brian McIntyre from the United States of America was charged with possession of a firearm and possession of ammunition for a firearm without a certificate."

McIntyre has been further remanded into custody after attending Stockport Magistrates court on Monday morning.

"He is next due to appear at Manchester Crown Court on Monday, 9 October 2023," the GMP added.

The incident took place at about 10:45 BST on Sunday as McIntyre was preparing to board a flight back to the USA following 33-year-old Eubank's 10th-round TKO victory against Smith at Manchester Arena.

American McIntyre is widely regarded to be one of the best boxing coaches in the world and is responsible for guiding Terence Crawford to greatness - helping his countryman become the first two-weight undisputed world champion in the four belt era when he beat Errol Spence Jr.

McIntyre is firmly in the running to be named 'Trainer of the Year' for 2023.

Eubank's camp offered no comment when approached by BBC Sport.