For most of the last two weeks, Kobe Hunt was in the midst of the most awe-inspiring chapter of his young career.

Once it was over, he walked away immensely proud but with a vague sense of frustration.

Late last month, the 20-year-old represented Australia at the IBA Oceania Championships held in Tahiti.

He made the trip aiming for a gold medal. However, two serious roadblocks stood in his way.

The first was David Ome, who Hunt fought and lost a gritty decision to in the Kokoda Cup earlier this year.

"I remember calling my mum and just saying 'Whatever happens in this next fight, I feel like I've won'," Hunt said of his victory over Ome.

"I've redeemed myself and avenged that loss."

Once that first hurdle was cleared, an even sterner test awaited.

Nikee Cummings, a former French

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