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I was rewatching the fight and, once again, was impressed by Oquendo's effort. I have always liked this guy and felt he had the potential to be a champion and one of Puerto Rico's top fighters. I still think he has the potential to win a belt even though he is close to 30.
In this fight, he showed good technique and great strength (look how easily he pushed Vázquez Jr. around early on). I think his only obstacle is psychological. The tragedy he had to live has affected him in a negative way and seems like there are some insecurity issues or something along those lines. Sure, I'm not a psychologist but it seems like the only logical explanation after he let the referee count him out when it seemed like he could continue. It's easy to judge but it's better to try and understand what Oquendo has been through before calling him a quitter. I wish the guy the best and hope he can bounce back from this fight and become a champion someday.
In this fight, he showed good technique and great strength (look how easily he pushed Vázquez Jr. around early on). I think his only obstacle is psychological. The tragedy he had to live has affected him in a negative way and seems like there are some insecurity issues or something along those lines. Sure, I'm not a psychologist but it seems like the only logical explanation after he let the referee count him out when it seemed like he could continue. It's easy to judge but it's better to try and understand what Oquendo has been through before calling him a quitter. I wish the guy the best and hope he can bounce back from this fight and become a champion someday.
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