About Mateo Handig
Born 1989. Mateo Handig is a Filipino boxer.
Mateo Handig (born 14 September 1989) is a Filipino professional boxer who has been ranked as the world #1 mini-flyweight by the IBF.
Professional career Handing has competed for titles in four weight divisions. He earned the rank of world #1 mini-flyweight by the IBF in October 2012 by defeating Katsunari Takayama, capturing the Pan Pacific title in the process. The fight would have ended in a majority draw had Takayama not been deducted a point for repeated pushing. Other contenders Handing has fought includes Paipharob Kokietgym, Nawaphon Kaikanha, and Drian Francisco. Handing also won the WBC–ABCO title in 2011 with a win over Bimbo Nacionales.
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Who is Mateo Handig?
Filipina boxer
When was Mateo Handig born?
Mateo Handig was born on 14 September 1989 in Catarman, Northern Samar, Philippines.
What is Mateo Handig's occupation?
Mateo Handig is a boxer.
What nationality is Mateo Handig?
Mateo Handig is Filipino.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Mateo Handig. https://biography.guide/mateo-handig/
MLA: "Mateo Handig." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/mateo-handig/.
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