Yuri Alexandrov
Russian professional boxer and champion
Born
September 13th, 1963
62 years ago
Died
2013
12 years ago — 50 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Russia
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Born in 1963, this professional boxer achieved significant success in the ring during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Competing in the middleweight division, earned recognition for skill and technique. Participated in multiple championship bouts, culminating in a title win that solidified a place in boxing history. Retired from professional boxing after a successful career and later took part in various boxing-related activities.
Won the WBC middleweight title
Competed in numerous high-profile matches
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