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Macklin: Does Whittaker have the toughness to win a world title?

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Macklin: Does Whittaker have the toughness to win a world title?

📅 Published: October 05, 2026 at 16:46 ✍️ Published by: Sporty Picks Editor Reporting via SportyAI Editorial

Ben Whittaker's recent scare against Conor Wallace has raised questions about whether he has the attributes needed to win a world title, says Sky Sports expert Matthew Macklin.

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