
SAN JUAN, PR - Puerto Rican prospect quoted Felix "El Diamante" Verdejo took the time to share some moments with the Puerto Rican fans during a training session and signing autographs before hundreds of the faithful in Ventana al Mar in Condado. Photos by Pete Amador.
"I love to share with the fans and in a way to return that love and unconditional support they have always given me," said "El Diamante" Puerto Rican boxing. "I'm super happy to fight at home. Since I needed to feel the warmth of my people," said the undefeated fighter who has not fought in "La Isla Del Encanto" since beating the Chilean Oscar Bravo unanimous decision in August 2014.
Now, Verdejo (16-0, 12 KO's) is preparing to contest for the Latino lightweight title of the World Boxing Organization (WBO) against Mexican Marco Antonio "The Kua Kua" Lopez (24-5, 15 KO's), a duel over ten rounds in the main event of the card to be held before a full house on April 25 at the Coliseo Mario "Quijote" Morales in Guaynabo.
They have already sold over 80% of the tickets for the function. The few tickets are available for the card to be presented by Top Rank in association with Diamond Promotions, www.TicketCenterPR.com can be purchased at all outlets Ticket Center or by calling (787) 792-5000.