About Lorenzo Sotomayor
Born 1985. Lorenzo Sotomayor is an Azerbaijani and Cuban boxer.
Lorenzo Sotomayor Collazo (born 16 February 1985) is a Cuban-born Azerbaijani light-welterweight boxer who won a silver medal at the 2016 Olympics. He is a nephew of the high jumper Javier Sotomayor. In 2013 he moved from Cuba to Azerbaijan to increase his chances for Olympic selection. He chose to compete as Collazo, which means "shining star".
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Who is Lorenzo Sotomayor?
Azerbaijani boxer
When was Lorenzo Sotomayor born?
Lorenzo Sotomayor was born on 16 February 1985 in Havana.
What is Lorenzo Sotomayor's occupation?
Lorenzo Sotomayor is a boxer.
What nationality is Lorenzo Sotomayor?
Lorenzo Sotomayor is Azerbaijani and Cuban.
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· Wikipedia: Lorenzo Sotomayor
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