Boxing: Teofimo Lopez beats Rolando Romero to claim WBA welterweight title
- Posted on August 23, 2026
- By BBC News
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In brief
In a dominant performance at a Las Vegas venue, Teofimo Lopez secured the WBA welterweight championship by defeating Rolando Romero, solidifying his position among elite 147-pound contenders. Following his impressive victory, Lopez's decision to seemingly overlook top-ranked challenger Jack Catterall has sparked significant debate within boxing circles regarding potential future matchups and title defense obligations.
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Boxing: Teofimo Lopez beats Rolando Romero to claim WBA welterweight title
American Teofimo Lopez beats Rolando Romero in Las Vegas to claim the WBA welterweight title then seemingly snubs number one challenger Jack Catterall.
