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“I'd say the most memorable thing for me was my dedication and motivation in how I got so involved in boxing.”

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Alexis Arguello

Alexis Arguello, born on April 19, 1952, and passed away on July 1, 2009, was a renowned professional boxer from Nicaragua. He was one of the most outstanding lightweight and super-middleweight boxers in the 1970s and 1980s, known for his elegant boxing style and exceptional skills. more

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