Lopez beats Romero then snubs Catterall fight
American Teofimo Lopez beats Rolando Romero in Las Vegas to claim the WBA welterweight title then seemingly snubs number one challenger Jack Catterall.
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Notable Quotes
"So, it'll either be Liam Paro next or the winner out of Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn."
— Teofimo Lopez , Athlete
"Congratulations Teofimo Lopez but I will be taking that belt 100%. Let's Gooo."
— Jack Catterall , Athlete
"He never hurt me at any given moment. He got hurt multiple times throughout the fight."
— Rolando Romero , Athlete
Key People
Conor Benn is a British professional boxer known for his recent move to Zuffa Boxing and his victory over Chris Eubank Jr.
Jack Catterall is the number one challenger for the WBA welterweight title.
Liam Paro is a professional boxer and mandatory contender for the IBF welterweight title.
Rolando Romero is a professional boxer who recently defended his world title.
Ryan Garcia is an American professional boxer known for his fast hands and social media following.
Teofimo Lopez is a three-weight world boxing champion from America.
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American Teofimo Lopez beats Rolando Romero in Las Vegas to claim the WBA welterweight title then seemingly snubs number one challenger Jack Catterall.
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