Perico Fernandez
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Lua error in package.lua at line 80: module 'strict' not found. Perico Fernandez (born November 19, 1952) is a retired professional boxer from Zaragoza, Spain. He is a former WBC light welterweight champion.
Pro career
Fernandez turned pro in 1972 and captured the vacant WBC light welterweight title in 1974 with a split decision win over Lion Furuyama. He lost the belt the following year to Saensak Muangsurin by TKO, with Muangsurin setting a World record by becoming world champion in only his 3rd fight. They fought a rematch in 1977 with Muangsurin winning a decision. Fernandez retired in 1987.
| Preceded by
Bruno Arcari
Vacated |
WBC Light Welterweight Champion September 21, 1974 – July 15, 1975 |
Succeeded by Saensak Muangsurin |
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