Vijender Singh

Indian boxer and Olympic medalist

Vijender Singh - Indian boxer and Olympic medalist
Born

October 29th, 1985
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

India

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Born in 1985, a professional boxer with notable achievements in the sport. Competed at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and secured a bronze medal in the middleweight category. Transitioned to professional boxing in 2015 and quickly became a prominent figure in Indian boxing. Held the WBO Asia Pacific super middleweight title and developed a reputation for skill and sportsmanship in the ring.

Won a bronze medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics

Held the WBO Asia Pacific super middleweight title

Became the first Indian boxer to reach the Olympics podium

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