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Philippine boxer Mark Magsayo (File photo)
MANILA – Undefeated Filipino world title contender Mark Magsayo made an impact in his first fight in the United States in four years, defeating Mexican opponent Rigoberto Hermosillo in his 10-round match at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday (time to Philippines).
Despite the aggression from Hermosillo that was evident throughout the match, Magsayo landed the shots that mattered in the later rounds, earning him a close split decision victory against an opponent who took the fight on a three-week notice later. José Haro’s shock retirement.
However, a judge’s scorecard raised eyebrows among boxing fans.
Rudy Barragan scored 100-90 for Magsayo, which was strange considering judges Lou Moret and Zachary Young gave contrasting 96-94 scorecards.
Moret had it for Hermosillo, but Young gave his 96-94 to Magsayo.
The Filipino fighter is now 22-0 in his career, while Hermosillo dropped to 11-3-1.
Magsayo is aiming for a world title shot next year. (PNA)
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