Félix Trinidad

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Rankings

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Félix Trinidad stands as a titan in the history of boxing, particularly within Puerto Rico. His ability to dominate across three weight classes and his reputation for finishing fights with explosive power set him apart from his peers. Being inducted into both the International and National Boxing Halls of Fame cements his status as a legend. His 2000 unification of the welterweight division is often cited as one of the greatest performances in the sport's history.

AwardsFélix Trinidad has received numerous accolades throughout his illustrious career. He was named Fighter of the Year by The Ring magazine in 2000 for his unification bout against Fernando Vargas. In 2014, he was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame, becoming the tenth Puerto Rican to receive this honor. In April 2026, he was further honored with induction into the National Boxing Hall of Fame. He has also received multiple ESPN Boxing Awards, including Best Fight for the Trinidad vs. De La Hoya bout.

Honours & Distinctions

International Boxing Hall of Fame

IBHOF·2014

Inducted as the tenth Puerto Rican to receive this honor.

National Boxing Hall of Fame

NBHOF·2026

Inducted for outstanding contributions to boxing.

Key to the City of San Juan

City of San Juan·1999

Awarded for his success in defeating Oscar De La Hoya.

Key to the City of Fajardo

City of Fajardo·1993

Awarded for his early professional success.

Rankings & Lists

#30

Greatest Punchers of All Time

The Ring Magazine·2000

Top Welterweights of All Time

BoxRec·2026

Magazine Covers

The Ring

1999-07-01

Tito Trinidad: The New King of Welterweights

The Ring

2000-06-01

Unification Night: Trinidad vs. Vargas

Records & Feats

Highest Knockout Ratio in Welterweight Era

Career Milestone·2000

35 knockouts in 42 wins during his prime welterweight reign.

Youngest Puerto Rican to Win World Title

Historic First·1993

Won his first world title at age 20.