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Juan Carlos Giménez Ferreyra

b. 1960

Paraguayan boxer

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About Juan Carlos Giménez Ferreyra

Born 1960. Juan Carlos Giménez Ferreyra is a Paraguayan boxer.

Juan Carlos "J.C." Giménez Ferreyra (born 20 December 1960) is a Paraguayan former professional boxer. During his career he was WBC International light heavyweight champion and unsuccessfully fought for the World Super Middleweight title four times, first against Mauro Galvano in 1992, then against Chris Eubank the same year, against Nigel Benn in 1994 and finally against Joe Calzaghe in 1998, losing via doctor stoppage.

During his career he went the distance with Nigel Benn, Chris Eubank and Roberto Durán. He remained as the No. 1 in the world for 9 years in the WBO and was the WBC International champion.

He last fought in 2010, winning the Paraguayan Cruiserweight title against Nicasio Moray Martinez.

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Important facts

Born
20 December 1960, Asunción
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Boxer
Nationality
Paraguay
Also known as
Juan Carlos Gimenez Ferreyra

People in Juan Carlos Giménez Ferreyra's life

Named in this biography and alive at the same time

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Chris Eubank
b. 1966
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b. 1979
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b. 1964
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Juan Carlos
b. 1965
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Frequently asked questions

Who is Juan Carlos Giménez Ferreyra?

Paraguayan boxer

When was Juan Carlos Giménez Ferreyra born?

Juan Carlos Giménez Ferreyra was born on 20 December 1960 in Asunción.

What is Juan Carlos Giménez Ferreyra's occupation?

Juan Carlos Giménez Ferreyra is a boxer.

What nationality is Juan Carlos Giménez Ferreyra?

Juan Carlos Giménez Ferreyra is Paraguayan.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Juan Carlos Giménez Ferreyra

· Wikidata: Q6299273

· DBpedia: Juan Carlos Giménez Ferreyra

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