About Choi Hi-yong
Born 1965. Choi Hi-yong is a South Korean boxer.
Hi-Yong Choi (born 13 September 1965 ) is a South Korean former professional boxer who competed from 1987 to 1996. He is a world champion in two weight classes, having held the World Boxing Association (WBA) mini-flyweight title from 1991 to 1992 and the WBA light-flyweight title from 1995 to 1996.
Professional career Choi turned professional in 1987 and captured the WBA mini flyweight title in 1991 in only his 10th pro bout in with a decision win over Bong-Jun Kim. He defended the belt 4 times before losing it to Hideyuki Ohashi in 1992. He later moved up in weight and in 1995 captured the WBA light flyweight title with a decision win over Leo Gamez. He lost the belt in 1996 to Carlos Murillo and retired after the bout.
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Who is Choi Hi-yong?
South Korean boxer
When was Choi Hi-yong born?
Choi Hi-yong was born on 13 September 1965 in Seoul.
What is Choi Hi-yong's occupation?
Choi Hi-yong is a boxer.
What nationality is Choi Hi-yong?
Choi Hi-yong is South Korean.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Choi Hi-yong. https://biography.guide/choi-hi-yong/
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