Shawn Porter
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
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Honours
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Rankings
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Covers
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Records
Shawn Porter's career is defined by his willingness to face the best welterweights of his era. He won world titles in two separate reigns, defeating champions like Devon Alexander and Danny Garcia. His 2019 battle with Errol Spence Jr. was hailed as a Fight of the Year candidate, showcasing his heart and durability. Porter's resume includes wins over former champions Adrien Broner, Andre Berto, and Yordenis Ugas. He was consistently ranked among the top welterweights in the world by The Ring and ESPN during his prime.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Key to the City of Akron
Received the Key to the City in recognition of his world championship achievements and community work.
Ring Magazine #1 Welterweight
Ranked as the #1 welterweight in the world by The Ring magazine during his WBC title reign.
Rankings & Lists
Pound-for-Pound Best
Welterweight Rankings
Magazine Covers
The Ring Magazine
2018-09
Shawn Porter: The New King at 147
The Ring Magazine
2019-09
Spence vs. Porter: Fight of the Year
Records & Feats
Only two-time welterweight champion to face Spence, Crawford, Thurman, Brook, and Garcia
Porter fought five elite welterweights in their prime, a run of opposition unmatched in the division during his era.