

Luis Ortiz
Awards & Honours
2
Awards Won
2
Honours
2
Rankings
2
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.

Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Nickname: King Kong
Globally recognized moniker for his size and power
Cuban National Representation
Represented Cuba at the highest amateur level
Rankings & Lists
The Ring Magazine Top Heavyweights
Transnational Boxing Rankings Board
Records & Feats
Three Knockdowns in One Round
Dropped Deontay Wilder three times in the 11th round of their 2019 rematch
Longest Reach in Division
Maintains an 84-inch reach, among the longest in heavyweight history