Perico Fernandez
| Perico Fernandez | |
|---|---|
| Born |
Pedro Fernández Castillejos 19 October 1952 |
| Died | 11 November 2016 (aged 64) |
| Occupation | Boxer |
Perico Fernandez (19 October 1952 – 11 November 2016) was a professional boxer from Zaragoza, Spain. He was a WBC light welterweight champion.[1]
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.
See also
References
- ↑ Zaragoza, Raúl Lahoz. "Muere el excampeón mundial Perico Fernández". heraldo.es. Retrieved 11 November 2016.
External links
| Preceded by Bruno Arcari Vacated |
WBC Light Welterweight Champion September 21, 1974 – July 15, 1975 |
Succeeded by Saensak Muangsurin |
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