Héctor Javier Velazco
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Héctor Javier Velazco (born May 20, 1973 in Avellaneda, Buenos Aires) is a Argentine boxer.
[edit] Professional career
Known as "El Artillero", Velazco turned pro in 1996 and defeated Andras Galfi on March 3rd 2003 for the vacant WBO interim middleweight title. He was elevated to full champion when original titleholder Harry Simon failed to make his mandatory defense due to injuries suffered in a car accident. He lost the belt in his first defense to Felix Sturm.
| Preceded by Harry Simon vacates |
WBO Middleweight boxing champion 29 Jun 2003–13 Sep 2003 |
Succeeded by Felix Sturm |
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