WBC Prez: We Will Never Forget Canelo's Win Over Golovkin

[Ruthless-RKO]

World Boxing Council President Mauricio Sulaiman is very proud of the National Sports Award received by Mexican superstar Saul "Canelo" Alvarez - who picked up the top prize in the pro category.

He says the award only highlights that the Guadalajara boxer has become an elite fighter. Sulaiman fully believes that Canelo's positive test for the banned substance clenbuterol was a non-issue due to food contamination.

“It’s a very well deserved award for Saul after having defeated Gennady Golovkin, and also for having overcome that doping problem that in the end was non-existent," Sulaiman said. “He had the mental and physical strength to conquer the world in the ring on the night of September 15, it is something we will never forget."

Sulaiman was one of the guests at the National Sports Awards in Mexico. They were presented by the President of Mexico, Enrique Peña Nieto, at the official residence of Los Pinos.

Sulaiman also stressed that this recognition will encourage and inspire the new generations of Mexican fighters to put on their gloves and follow Canelo's path in boxing.

“This moment is great, because he puts our sport at the top. The fact that he received it from the President is something very rewarding. I’m sure sure that many children seeing this will want to put on their gloves and climb the ring to follow Canelo.”

He recalled that at the time the late Don Jose Sulaiman always wished that a boxer was capable of winning the top national award.

“It’s something of which my Dad always dreamed about. Canelo did it, we thank Conade, the COM, and all of those who voted to give a place to boxing,” stated the head of the WBC, who added

“Three years ago we were present to honor my father here. This is something we will never forget. We will always carry it in our hearts."

[Ruthless-RKO]

He was just about competitive with GGG..

He’s still sücking Canelo off..

WBC = We Blow Canelo!

[Ilya Muromets]

Give the credit where it most belongs - Miz Adelaide Byrd and the rest of the Mafia Vegas boxing judge crew.

[lazboy]

He was just about competitive with GGG..

He’s still sücking Canelo off..

WBC = We Blow Canelo!

[TheGingerBomber]

I’m trying my best to forget it. Screwing a man out of his legacy for financial gain, so proud, ey?

[Nightmare Roy]

He was just about competitive with GGG..

He’s still sücking Canelo off..

WBC = We Blow Canelo!

you should patent that, spot on, the WBC are horrendous creatures

[Stuarty]

He was just about competitive with GGG..

He’s still sücking Canelo off..

WBC = We Blow Canelo!

you should patent that, spot on, the WBC are horrendous creatures

They're fuckin woeful when it comes to him! They don't give two shites!

[Nightmare Roy]

He was just about competitive with GGG..

He’s still sücking Canelo off..

WBC = We Blow Canelo!

you should patent that, spot on, the WBC are horrendous creatures

They're fuckin woeful when it comes to him! They don't give two shites!

Yup all they do is kiss his arse, guess he brings in big sanctioning fees

[Onetimeonly]

I don't see how anyone could have an issue with the decision in the rematch. Pretty hilarious the president of an organization would openly favor a fighter. That's boxing for you.

[apollo creed]

He was just about competitive with GGG..

He’s still sücking Canelo off..

WBC = We Blow Canelo!

[apollo creed]

Charlo ain't getting a shot to the wbc strap too soon unless Canelo would vacate it, so he has to take another route.

[DrDuke]

And it will always be remembered as at least very arguable win.

[Heretic]

We will always remember the famous mexican beef

[apollo creed]

Gingerboy's anus, nuts and 'parsnip' must be really shiny.

[Thomastearns]

Give the credit where it most belongs - Miz Adelaide Byrd and the rest of the Mafia Vegas boxing judge crew.

Desperate to legitimize Alvarez's dubious 'win' at every turn. Vain mistimed attempt by a corrupt clueless clown trying to appease his masters.

If he's not too careful he'll blow the lid on the whole scam, and then might have to take a 'holiday' for personal reasons.