Tyson Marquez Wins Top Awards at WBA's Annual Dinner

By Rafael Soto

Satisfied and motivated and full of awards, WBA flyweight champion Hernan "Tyson" Marquez arrived in Hermosillo. Marquez received three international awards from World Boxing Association at a gala dinner held in Panama City - including "Fighter of the Year", "Fight of the Year" and second place for "Return of the Year."

"I feel very honored and committed to continue to train hard and continue to provide satisfaction in the ring for the people. I want to be world champion for a long time and make history in boxing. These awards are just a motivation," said Marquez.

On March 24 in Ciudad Obregon, Marquez make the third defense of his belt against the dangerous Filipino Rodel "Kid Rapid" Mayol. Zanfer promotes and TV Azteca will televise.