Patricio Manuel was the first transgender boxer to fight professionally in 2018. He is now the face of Everlast.
Big news in the world of boxing – CNN has reported that transgender athlete Patricio Manuel has been chosen to be the face of Everlast. The Everlast brand has been manufacturing boxing equipment for over 100 years. Manuel told CNN:
“At a time when transgender people are being questioned whether we have a place in the sporting world or even being recognized by the world at large, for Everlast to endorse me is huge. It’s a bold statement and I think it personifies the saying ‘Be First'”
This isn’t the first time Manuel has made a major impact in the boxing industry. He was the first transgender person to compete in a professional boxing match in 2018. He won his debut match. Before transitioning from female to male, Manuel was a USA National Amateur Boxing Champion.
The future looks bright for Patricio Manuel’s professional boxing career as he now stands alongside boxers like Jack Dempsey and Sugar Ray Robinson, who had in the past also worked with Everlast. Will Maneul’s future bring legendary highs to match this legacy? Only time will tell.
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