### Marco Verde Claims Silver in Boxing at Paris 2024 Olympics
In an impressive display at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Mexican boxer Marco Verde secured the silver medal in the 71 kg category after a unanimous decision loss to Uzbekistan’s Asadkhuja Muydinkhujaev. This achievement marks the 14th Olympic boxing medal for Mexico.
Verde’s medal is historic as it stands as the first Olympic medal for Mexico in the welterweight division. Furthermore, it adds to Mexico’s legacy in Olympic boxing, being the fourth medal following the achievements of Francisco Cabañas (Los Angeles 1932), Alfonso Zamora (Munich 1972), and Héctor López (Los Angeles 1984). Overall, this brings Mexico’s total medal count in all sports to 27.
Marco Verde’s athletic journey began with baseball during his childhood. However, at the age of 13, he transitioned to boxing, realizing his true potential in the sport, partly inspired by his father, Manuel Verde, who competed in the 1992 Barcelona Olympics.
Throughout his career, Verde has accumulated numerous accolades. He clinched the title at the 2022 Calgary Cup, secured first place at the 2022 Continental Tournament in Guayaquil, won gold at the 2023 Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile, and recently triumphed at the 2024 Golden Belt Nicolae Linca Tournament in Romania.
Marco Verde’s dedication and achievements continue to elevate Mexico’s stature in the world of boxing and serve as an inspiration for aspiring athletes in the nation.
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### Additional News on Olympic Boxing
In related news, the Paris 2024 Olympics have been a standout event for boxing with several noteworthy outcomes:
– **Osmar Olvera’s Double Achievement**: Mexican diver Osmar Olvera has also made headlines by becoming a double Olympic medalist. His performances have brought further glory to Mexico in the aquatic sports category.
– **Uzbekistan’s Rising Star**: Asadkhuja Muydinkhujaev from Uzbekistan, who defeated Marco Verde, has continued to impress with a series of wins, showcasing the rising talent in the sport from his country.
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