Alejandro Valdez is Still Hospitalized, Says His Brother
By Mark Vester
Sonora, Mexico - Bantamweight contender Alejandro "Alex" Valdez was hospitalized after being knocked out in eleven rounds by WBA interim-champion Nehomar Cermeno. Valdez is being held for observation and appears to be doing better.
Sinohe Valdez, Alex's brother and family spokesman, said Valdez is being held is under observation at St. Joseph's Hospital of Ciudad Obregon. Valdez suffered a minor blood clot on his brain and it appears to be getting better.
"They detected a slight clot in the brain which has responded satisfactorily to treatment, but he stills remain in hospital for medical observation in the San Jose Clinic," said Sinohe.
"Cermeno was very with left and right cross. They hit him very hard and and he hit hard on the canvas, but fortunately he is recovering. We are grateful for all family support and concern and attention everyone has given to Alex."
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