It’s Philippines versus Mexico once again as Charly Suarez takes on Mexican champion Emanuel Navarrete for the WBO junior lightweight title this weekend.
Suarez, known as the “King’s Warrior,” views the title bout as a chance to showcase the talent and grit of Filipino boxers on the world stage.
“It’s a good opportunity for me to represent the country and show the world that Filipinos are good at boxing. The Philippines and Mexico is a good fight,” Suarez said during the final press conference for the 12-round title clash.
The 36-year-old unbeaten fighter, with an 18-0 record, could not hide his anticipation ahead of the biggest fight of his career.
“This is the moment I’ve been waiting for — I waited half of my career for this,” said Suarez, a 2016 Rio Olympian. “I prayed for this fight. Now that the opportunity came to our team, we have to grab it and not let it slip away.”
With over 350 amateur bouts under his belt, Suarez believes his foundation will be key against an experienced foe.
“All my amateur experience has been carried into my professional career. When the world title opportunity came, I knew I was ready. I’m excited for this,” he added.
But Suarez will have his hands full against Navarrete, a three-division world champion with a 39-2-1, 32 KOs record.
Navarrete is out to make a statement after previously suffering a setback in San Diego.
“The last time I was in San Diego, we didn’t get the victory,” said Navarrete. “Now, defending my title at 130, I want to give the people a great performance. We worked hard for this. We know Charly Suarez is coming to fight, but I’m on the path to victory.”
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