Michael Carbajal
Boxer, Olympic Bronze Medalist
Born
September 17th, 1967
57 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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This individual competed in boxing and became a prominent figure in the sport during the 1990s. Achieved great success in the minimum weight division, winning the IBF World Minimum Weight title in 1990. Secured an Olympic Bronze Medal at the 1988 Seoul Olympics, representing the United States. Carbajal participated in multiple high-profile matches, contributing to the popularity of the lighter weight classes in boxing.
Won the IBF World Minimum Weight title
Secured a Bronze Medal at the 1988 Olympics
Fought in numerous championship bouts
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