Family and friends of late Olympic boxer and Irish News photographer Hugh Russell gathered for the second annual charity golf tournament in his memory.

The event was held at Fortwilliam Golf Club, with funds going towards Macmillan Cancer Support.

Paddy Barnes, John Linehan and Ibe Sesay where among those taking part in the tournament on Friday.

There was an outpouring of support following Hugh’s passing in October 2023, having endured a 40-year career with The Irish News as an award-winning photographer.

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He also enjoyed a decorated boxing career with accolades including a bronze Commonwealth medal, a bronze Olympic medal and becoming a two-weight British champion.

The event has raised £1,934 so far.

Hugh Russell Memorial Golf Day at Fortwilliam Golf ClubHugh Russell jnr, Q Radio DJ Ibe Sesay and Former Olympic Boxer Paddy Barnes at the annual Hugh Russell Memorial Golf Day at Fortwilliam Golf Club. PICTURE: MAL MCCANN Hugh Russell Memorial Golf Day at Fortwilliam Golf ClubFormer Olympic Boxer Paddy Barnes teeing off at the annual Hugh Russell Memorial Golf Day at Fortwilliam Golf Club. PICTURE: MAL MCCANN Hugh Russell Memorial Golf Day at Fortwilliam Golf ClubHugh Russell jnr teeing off at the annual Hugh Russell Memorial Golf Day at Fortwilliam Golf Club. PICTURE: MAL MCCANN Hugh Russell Memorial Golf Day at Fortwilliam Golf ClubBoxer Sean McComb takes a selfie before teeing off at the annual Hugh Russell Memorial Golf Day at Fortwilliam Golf Club. PICTURE: MAL MCCANN Hugh Russell Memorial Golf Day at Fortwilliam Golf ClubSnooker player Joe Swail with junior golfers Ruairi McCann, Donnacha Kelly entertainer John Linehan, Conan Murray and Lorcan Douglas taking part in the annual Hugh Russell memorial golf outting. PICTURE: MAL MCCANN Hugh Russell Memorial Golf Day at Fortwilliam Golf ClubTeam Irish News and INTOMedia Ibe Sesay, Gareth Fulerton, Hugh Russell jnr, Billy Foley and Chris Wee at the annual Hugh Russell Memorial Golf Day. PICTURE: MAL MCCANN

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