Speaking in Auckland, New Zealand, during his State Visit, President Higgins said: 

"May I offer my sincere congratulations to Katie Taylor on her first world title in professional boxing. 

This success, which follows her five world amateur titles and her Olympic gold medal, is a testament to Katie's talent, power and skills as well as an outstanding  determination and dedication to her profession.

On behalf of the people of Ireland I send her my congratulations on winning this world title."