World No.1 Panghal’s Olympic campaign ends with shocking loss to Colombian Martinez
The Hindu
Panghal was put under pressure by the sprightly Colombian in the opening round itself but the pre-bout favourite ensured that he connected better to claim the first three minutes 4-1.
Star Indian boxer Amit Panghal (52 kg) bowed out of the Olympics with a stunning 1-4 loss to Rio Games silver-medallist Yuberjen Martinez, beaten by the Colombian’s relentless attacks and pace in a draining pre-quarterfinal bout here on July 31. , who was making his debut in the Games and was seeded top, had got an opening-round bye. Panghal was put under pressure by the sprightly Colombian in the opening round itself but the pre-bout favourite ensured that he connected better to claim the first three minutes 4-1.More Related News