Puerto Rican · Cupey, Puerto Rico · Born 10 January 1973Puerto Rican professional boxer who held world titles in three weight classes and was known for his devastating left hook and knockout power.
Felix Trinidad was Puerto Rico's greatest boxing hero, a devastating puncher who unified the welterweight division before moving up to win titles at junior middleweight and middleweight. Known for his heavy hands and warrior spirit, Trinidad produced memorable victories over Oscar De La Hoya, Fernando Vargas, and David Reid. His fights were national celebrations in Puerto Rico, where he was beloved as 'Tito' and carried the hopes of an entire nation.
Three-division world champion and devastating punching power
How They Played
Aggressive pressure fighter with exceptional left hook
Lasting Impact
One of Puerto Rico's greatest boxers and popular pay-per-view attraction
Career Honours
- IBF Welterweight Champion 1993–2000
- WBA Welterweight Champion 1999–2000
- Undisputed Welterweight Champion 1999–2000
- IBF Super Welterweight Champion 2000–2001
- WBA Light Middleweight Champion 2000–2001
- WBA Middleweight Champion 2001
- Ring Magazine Fighter of the Year 2000
- WBC Diamond Welterweight Champion
- Puerto Rican Boxing Hall of Fame Inductee
- International Boxing Hall of Fame Inductee 2014
- Undefeated Welterweight Champion with 40 wins before moving up in weight
Puerto Rican Athletes