Israel Vázquez, the three-time world boxing champion from Mexico, dies at 46
Israel Vázquez, the Mexican fighter who won three bantamweight world titles, has died at 46
By AP News
Published - Dec 03, 2024, 12:16 PM ET
Last Updated - Dec 16, 2024, 05:08 PM EST
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Israel Vázquez, the Mexican fighter who won three bantamweight world titles, has died at 46.
World Boxing Council president Mauricio Sulaiman announced the death on Tuesday.
The boxer nicknamed “El Magnifico” revealed on Nov. 10 he had sarcoma, a cancer.
“Israel is finally resting in peace. May God provide his family with strength we extend all the support to his wife Laura, his kids, family and friends during this difficult time,” Sulaiman said on X. “Thanks champion for leaving a special footprint. You will always be 'El Magnifico.'"
