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In a stunning upset, George Kambosos Jr.
claimed the unified world lightweight championship title from Teofimo Lopez on a memorable Saturday night.
Entering the ring as the clear underdog, the Australian challenger floored Lopez in the opening round and later overcame a knockdown in the 10th.
The judges' split decision—115-111, 113-114, 115-112—awarded Kambosos the WBA, WBO, and IBF belts at Madison Square Garden, a venue largely supportive of the local favorite, Lopez.
Kambosos, exuding confidence, declared, 'I've consistently stated my belief in myself, even if others doubted.
Now, I stand here with all the belts, not just as a king, but as an emperor, for I travel to foreign lands and conquer my opponents one by one.
'Lopez's highly anticipated title defense was repeatedly postponed for various reasons, including a withdrawal from a June bout due to COVID-19.
When he finally faced Kambosos, he vowed a first-round knockout.
Instead, it was Lopez who tasted the canvas after a fiery first round where both fighters demonstrated their might.
The ensuing rounds saw an exchange of powerful strikes, with Kambosos enduring a knockdown himself.
By the fight's conclusion, it was Lopez who bore the signs of battle, bleeding from his left eye and nose.
This defeat marked the first blemish on Lopez's rising boxing career, leaving him visibly dissatisfied.
The 24-year-old stated, 'Regardless of what anyone says, I believe I won tonight.
I'm not one to sulk over losses; I accept them just as I do my victories.
I'm a true champion; I showed up, did what was necessary, and gave it my all.
The takeover isn't over; we'll keep pushing forward.
'In the competitive lightweight division, Kambosos has already been challenged