article_snippet.sent: Nicola Adams said in a statement: 'Nothing makes me prouder than boxing on home ground with the support I get from the nation. '
article_snippet.sent: So, after much thought and discussion with England Boxing, I'm deeply regretful to have to pull out.
article_snippet.sent: It's not an easy time for me and my family.
article_snippet.sent: We would like to thank everyone for everyone understanding and support - the boxing team, the police and all my supporters.'
article_snippet.sent: England Boxing chief executive Mark Abberley said: 'The most important thing is that Nicola and Nicola family were unharmed and our thoughts and best wishes are with Nicola and her family. '
article_snippet.sent: our were looking forward to Nicola taking part in the first ever England Boxing Championships in which the men and women's finals are held as part of the same tournament, however it is completely understandable that Nicola does not feel in any fit state to compete and our wish Nicola all the very best in coming to terms with this upsetting incident.'
highlights_snippet.sent: ABAE chief Mark Abberley called decision 'completely understandable' 