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Claressa Shields Wins Pro Boxing Debut
Shutout four-round decision in Vegas launches what is likely to be an exciting run for Olympian 'kid from Flint'.
(Posted Nov. 21, 2016) Two-time Olympic gold medalist Claressa Shields entered the pro circuit Saturday in Las Vegaswith a decisive win over Franchon Crews, who shield had defeated three times in the amateurs, the Detroit Free Press is reporting.
“It feels so good to have just made my pro debut,” Shields, a Flint native, told the Free Press. “This is what I’ve been training for. I’m faster, and I hit harder. And I’m the better fighter. But Crews brought 100%, and I respect her for that. I hope to fight next in January or February.”
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