About Genaro Léon
Born 1960. Genaro Léon is a Mexican boxer.
Genaro León (born 10 August 1960) is a Mexican former professional boxer who competed from 1984 to 2001. He held the WBO welterweight title in 1989. As an amateur, he competed at the 1984 Summer Olympics.
Amateur career León represented Mexico at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympic Games, as a welterweight. His results were: Defeated Daniel Domínguez (Argentina) 5-0 Defeated Akinobu Hiranaka (Japan) 5-0 Defeated Khemais Refai (Tunisia) 3-2 Lost to Mark Breland (United States) KO by 1
Professional career León turned pro in 1984 and in 1989 captured the inaugural and vacant WBO welterweight title with a KO win over Danny Garcia. He vacated the title without defending it. In 1993 he challenged WBC welterweight title holder James McGirt, but lost a decision.
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Who is Genaro Léon?
Mexican boxer
When was Genaro Léon born?
Genaro Léon was born on 10 August 1960 in Sinaloa.
What is Genaro Léon's occupation?
Genaro Léon is a boxer.
What nationality is Genaro Léon?
Genaro Léon is Mexican.
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