Olympic champion Nicola Adams is guaranteed at least a bronze medal after reaching the semi-finals of the women's flyweight competition at the Rio Olympics.
The 33-year-old Leeds boxer has already secured another medal after picking up a unanimous decision win in her opening bout and will next face Cancan Ren, the Chinese opponent she defeated in the London 2012 final.
Adams benefited from a bye in the opening round, but was made to work for a quarter-final win over Ukrainian Tetyana Kob as she emerged victorious with scores of 39-37 39-37 and 40-36.
During a scrappy contest, Adam offered the cleaner work with her accurate right hand, although she was forced to withstand a late assault from Kob.
The 2012 champion secured another bout with Cancan Ren
Adams, who was the final Team GB boxer to appear at the Games, told theBBC: "It's a massive difference.
"Once you get that first fight out of the way, you get the ring rust off and get a feel for the ring. It was just nice to get that one out of the way - and I've sealed a medal.
"I wasn't at my best in there but I am sure to improve as the days go on.
"I've been so eager to get in the ring. I've been watching the lads going out boxing, I've watched Savannah [Marshall] go out and box and all I've wanted to do is get in the ring."
Resource: skysports.com
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