HAROON Khan began the quest for his first national title when he won the Greater Manchester Golden Belt championship at Clayton Green Sports Centre, Chorley.

Khan, younger brother of boxing sensation Amir, comfortably won his bout on points beating Tom Bloom of Northside, Manchester.

The 14-year-old, who represented Bury Boxing Club in the 46kilo division, faces the Merseyside champion on Saturday, February 18, for the North-west title.

Haroon hopes to keep fresh for the tournament with an appearance on Friday on the Bolton Lads Club boxing show at the Town Hall when Amir will be a guest.