 Amir Khan shot to fame at the 2004 Olympic Games |
Boxer Amir Khan has pleaded not guilty to dangerous driving following an accident in his home town of Bolton. The 19-year-old Olympic silver medallist appeared before Bolton magistrates on Thursday.
The charge relates to an incident in March on Bradshawgate in the town centre when a man suffered a broken leg when he was hit by a car.
The case was transferred by magistrates to Bolton Crown Court for a hearing on 21 September.
Khan, who lives in Lostock, Bolton, was given unconditional bail.
The teenager shot to fame at the 2004 Olympics when he won a silver medal.
After the Athens games, he signed a reported �1m contract to turn professional, and has yet to be beaten in the ring as a pro.
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