Tureano Johnson

Taureano Dexter Johnson (by some sources Toureano, Taureano,Taureno, Jhonson) (born February 12, 1984 in Nassau, New Providence) is an amateur boxer from the Bahamas who qualified for the 2008 Olympics.

Career

At the PanAm Games 2007 he lost to Diego Chaves 6:9. He rose to prominence with his effort against PanAm Champion Pedro Lima at the first Olympic qualifier where he lost a close bout. At the second qualifier he won the rematch 10:6 and qualified. He trains in Cuba under the guidance of coach Jesus Yu.

Olympics Results

2008 Summer Olympics - Welterweight division

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