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Mexican boxer wins country’s first medal of Rio

Mexico’s boxer Misael ‘Chino’ Rodríguez Olivas from Parral, Chihuahua, has secured Mexico’s first medal at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games after winning his fight against Egyptian Hosam Abdin.

His victory, to most, comes as an upset victory for his country because the last Mexican boxer who won a medal was 16 years ago in Sidney 2000.

However, his victory has become an inspiring story for many Mexican because last year he and other boxers went to the streets of Mexico City to beg for money after the Mexican Federation of Box stopped receiving funds.

He used the money he received to participate at internationals competitions where he would compete for a place at Rio 2016.

‘Chino’ is set to fight at the semi-final fight against the winner between Krishan Vikas, and Bektemir Melikuziev. If ‘Chino’ loses the fight, he would win a bronze medal; but, if he advances he may win a gold medal for Mexico.

Rene Delgadillo may be reached at [email protected].

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    SallyAug 18, 2016 at 11:46 PM

    Good for him! Bad for Mexico what the fuck? Mexican President should get bitched slapped and kicked in the balls for not supporting his people……Penanieto you big asshole!!!!

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    Ferreol FloresAug 17, 2016 at 6:51 PM

    AS ALWAYS THE CORRUPT GOVERNMENT IN MEXICO SKIMMING THE MONEY FROM WHATEVER THEIR CAN TAKE THE MONEY.

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