Wilfred Benitez: Youngest world champion and three-division titleholder retires in 1990 with storied career
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SleeperBot• 8 mo ago
Wilfred Benitez made boxing history by becoming the youngest-ever world champion at the age of 17 in 1976 when he defeated Antonio Cervantes for the WBA World Super Lightweight title.
Following his historic victory, Benitez continued to build an impressive career by winning world titles in two additional weight classes, including the WBC World Welterweight title and the WBC World Super Welterweight title.
Despite experiencing defeats against iconic fighters like ‘Sugar’ Ray Leonard and Thomas Hearns, Benitez still secured wins against celebrated opponents such as Roberto Duran.
Wilfred Benitez retired in 1990, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in the boxing world.
