Xinhua News Agency, Shanghai, March 28 (Reporter Wei Hua, Zhu Yi) after two months of waiting, Chinese boxers, xu can, the world champion of M23 team, finally took over the special gold belt of WBA world champion in Shanghai from Mendoza, the global president of WBA (World Boxing Association), and Hoya, the legendary champion.
On January 26, local time, Xu Can defeated Puerto Rico player rohaas in Houston and became China’s first WBA world champion. According to regulations, WBA will send Xu can a brand new gold belt. Different from the standard gold belt, the right side of this special gold belt is printed with “chairman Mendoza’s gift”, while the left side is printed with Xu Can’s embossed bust.
“This is the first WBA World gold belt won by Chinese, so we hope it can be more special and wish you keep it in China all the time.” Mendoza blessed Xu can and hoped that he could make persistent efforts to create more honors for Chinese boxing.
Hoya, who came to China for the first time, said that he was glad to see Xu can so popular and hoped that he would become a more influential champion in the future. He said, “the reason why I came here today, it’s Xu can. He has set a very good example for teenagers. His inspirational stories can inspire the next generation and make boxing the mainstream sport in China.” In addition, Hoya also revealed that Xu Can’s defending war will be held in China, but the opponent is still uncertain.
Facing the strong support of the two boxing giants, Xu Can said modestly that this golden belt not only means honor to him, but also a responsibility. He will use harder training to meet the difficult challenges in the future. “I will not be satisfied with the achievements made at this stage. I hope to spur myself to make greater progress and achieve defending in the next competition.” He said.
On the 30th, the 4th Sino-Japanese boxing championship will be held in Shanghai. Wulan and baishanbo, who belong to M23 team with Xu can, will be unveiled.