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Wilfredo Gómez Rivera (Spanish pronunciation: [wilˈfɾeðo ˈɣomes]; born October 29, 1956), sometimes referred to as Bazooka Gómez, is a Puerto Rican former professional boxer and three weight world champion.
WBC World Super Bantam. Both fighters were over 124lbs on first attempt at scales. Zarate had to make four trips to make 122lbs. Gomez knocked down Zarate twice in the fourth round, the second knockdown coming after the bell had sounded.
Wilfredo Gomez was without question the greatest 122lb boxer toever lace up the gloves. He put together a 32 fight knock out streak and defended his champion...
Mar 3, 2022 · Authorities in Puerto Rico entered the home of three-time world champion Wilfredo “Bazooka” Gómez on Wednesday afternoon and extracted the 65-year-old former fighter after allegations that he was being abused and kept in deplorable conditions by a woman he is currently involved with.
In this episode we deep dive into the career of Wilfredo 'Bazooka' Gomez and make a case for possibly the best Puerto Rican fighter in history.
Sep 21, 2022 · Amateur Career. Amateur Record: 96-3. Represented Puerto Rico as a flyweight at the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich, West Germany. Results: 1st round bye. Lost to Mohamed Selim (Egypt) 1-4. Bantamweight Gold Medalist at the inaugural 1974 AIBA World Championships in Havana, Cuba. Results: Defeated Miguel Viti (Peru) TKO 2.
Wilfredo Gómez was an excellent boxer during his prime, evidenced by his title wins, his 32-fight win streak, and his impressive record of 44-3-1. Although his boxing career ended many years ago, his accomplishments remain even to this day.
