Victor Manuel Galindez -

Victor Manuel Galíndez is remembered as one of the greatest boxers in Argentine history. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2009, and his legacy continues to inspire new generations of boxers from Latin America.

Galíndez lost his title to Marvin Hagler on April 30, 1978, but continued to compete at a high level. He won the WBA light heavyweight title again in 1980, but lost it to Montilio Bracamonte in his next fight. Galíndez retired from boxing in 2002, with a record of 87 wins, 9 losses, and 1 draw. victor manuel galindez

Over the years, Victor Manuel Galíndez climbed the rankings. He became known as a light heavyweight with an iron chin and a bigger heart. In 1970, he got his title shot against the fearsome champion, Yvon Durelle. Most experts said Victor was too young, too inexperienced. Don Elías, now gray and slower, simply said, "Watch." Victor Manuel Galíndez is remembered as one of