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VisitRobson Conceicao Wins WBC Jr. Lightweight Title in Controversial Split-Decision in Newark
Jul 7, 2024, 03:02 AM
Robson Conceicao emerged as the new WBC Jr. Lightweight Champion after a controversial split-decision victory over O'Shaquie Foster in Newark. Conceicao, a 2016 Olympic gold medalist, secured the title in his fourth world title attempt. Despite Foster landing 33 more punches and throwing 266 fewer, the judges scored the bout 116-112 for Conceicao, 116-112 for Foster, and 115-113 for Conceicao. The decision has sparked significant debate, with many observers, including ESPN commentators, calling it one of the worst boxing decisions they've seen. Foster, visibly emotional after the loss, is calling for a rematch.
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