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    Luis Ortiz

    Luis Ortiz

    Awards & Honours

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    Awards Won

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    Honours

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    Rankings

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    Records

    Luis Ortiz's career is a testament to the power of persistence and raw talent. He achieved the rare feat of challenging for the WBC heavyweight title twice, a milestone only a select few boxers reach. His performance against Deontay Wilder in 2019, where he dropped the champion three times in the final round, stands as one of the greatest comebacks in heavyweight history, even though he ultimately lost. Ortiz remains a symbol of resilience for Cuban athletes and boxing purists worldwide. His ability to neutralize the jab of Wladimir Klitschko and survive the power of Deontay Wilder cemented his legacy as one of the toughest heavyweights of his generation.

    Luis Ortiz receiving an award

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    Nickname: King Kong

    Boxing Community·2010

    Globally recognized moniker for his size and power

    Cuban National Representation

    Cuban Olympic Committee·2005

    Represented Cuba at the highest amateur level

    Rankings & Lists

    #8

    The Ring Magazine Top Heavyweights

    The Ring·2021
    #8

    Transnational Boxing Rankings Board

    TBRB·2021

    Records & Feats

    Three Knockdowns in One Round

    Historic First·2019

    Dropped Deontay Wilder three times in the 11th round of their 2019 rematch

    Longest Reach in Division

    Physical Record·2016

    Maintains an 84-inch reach, among the longest in heavyweight history

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