Max Murphy the Judo Champ performs Electric Feel on The Voice UK auditions

Max Murphy impressed the coaches on The Voice UK with his rendition of ‘Electric Feel’.

The 18-year-old is a current judo champ but would like to put that behind him for a music career.

“Despite my dedication to judo, I’ve always loved my singing. If one of those chairs turns around that could be the end of my judo career,” Max says before going out on stage.

Max, who could represent Team GB at the 2016 Olympics in Rio, adds: “I would rather sing in front of thousands of people than compete for Great Britain in the next Olympics.”

After his performance Sir Tom Jones told him:

“I’m sure he can hit me hard with judo. The only sort of fighting I know is street fighting, see I wasn’t born with this nose.

“But I love judo and all physical one-on-one things… ”