Boxing lost a true warrior and gentleman of the ring when the mayor
of Managua, Nicaragua, Alexis Argüello, died in 2009. To millions
in Nicaragua and around the world, Argüello was an iconic figure,
a willing role model, and a shining light in a nation that places
its sports figures on pedestals. Beloved Warrior explores the
extraordinary rise, fall, and rebirth of this great fighter. With a
career that began in 1968 in Managua, Argüello overcame early
losses, including a knockout in his debut. He went on to win three
world titles, relinquishing them only by moving up in weight class.
While boxing until 1995 and reaping luxury and fame, Argüello
never forgot his people. Using his skills and power, "El Flaco
Explosivo" (The Explosive Thin Man) earned his lofty status as one
of the most celebrated Latin American boxers ever. While
Argüello's devotion to the sport cannot be challenged, questions
about the man still remain. How did he rise from the streets of
Managua to become one of the greatest fighters in the world? What
happened to him after he fought Aaron Pryor, whom many considered
the greatest 140-pounder in history? How was he affected by his
time spent fighting against the Sandinistas? And finally, what is
the story behind his mysterious death less than eight months after
he won Managua's mayoral election? Despite Argüello’s notorious
losses to Pryor, his remarkable career as an unforgettable fighter
lives on in his fans’ memories. As Christian Giudice illustrates,
Argüello’s status as a hero both in and out of the ring will
forever remain intact.
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