ORLANDO CRUZ is chasing a slice of sporting history tonight when he bids to become the first openly gay boxer to win a world title. Boxing's macho world was floored when the Puerto Rican made his bombshell admission this year.
Cruz, 32, challenges Orlando Salido for the vacant WBO featherweight crown in Las Vegas and plans to celebrate by marrying his boyfriend.
The 2000 Olympian, who has won 20 of his 23 contests, said: “I feel free to just get on with the boxing.
“I’m not fighting two opponents any longer and that is a great relief. The nights of staying awake and crying are over. [Click Here To Read More]
Cruz, 32, challenges Orlando Salido for the vacant WBO featherweight crown in Las Vegas and plans to celebrate by marrying his boyfriend.
The 2000 Olympian, who has won 20 of his 23 contests, said: “I feel free to just get on with the boxing.
“I’m not fighting two opponents any longer and that is a great relief. The nights of staying awake and crying are over. [Click Here To Read More]
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