Chris Eubank Jr. has candidly discussed the complexities of his relationship with his father, Chris Eubank Sr., particularly regarding the lack of support for his boxing career. The tension between them has been evident, especially in the lead-up to Eubank Jr.’s high-profile fight against Conor Benn.
Eubank Jr. has expressed that his father has shown little interest in his career for an extended period. He noted, “We don’t talk, he has shown no interest in my career for a long period of time now. He’s shown no interest in me in a long period of time” . This estrangement has been attributed to Eubank Jr.’s desire to forge his own path, separate from his father’s shadow, a decision that reportedly did not sit well with Eubank Sr.
The situation was further complicated by personal tragedies, including the untimely death of Eubank Jr.’s brother, Sebastian, in 2021. Eubank Jr. acknowledged that this loss deeply affected their family and strained his relationship with his father even more
Despite these challenges, a poignant moment occurred when Eubank Sr. unexpectedly joined his son during the ring walk for the fight against Conor Benn. Eubank Jr. described this as “surreal” and “incredible,” emphasizing the significance of family unity, even if momentary .
This complex dynamic between father and son highlights the personal struggles that can underlie professional sports careers, reminding us that athletes often navigate personal relationships alongside their public endeavors.
