Paris 2024

Marco Verde Secures Bronze for Mexico at Paris Olympics

Mexican boxer Marco Verde Álvarez secured at least bronze by reaching the semifinals of the 71 kg category at Paris 2024 Olympics, adding to Mexico's medal count. His victory over Indian Nishant Dev showcases his skill and determination.

Mexicanist

Aug 4, 2024 — 5 min read

With his victory over Indian Nishant Dev, Mexican boxer Marco Verde advanced to the semi-finals of the Olympic tournament and thus secured at least the bronze in Paris 2024. Now he is going for a place in the final. Credit: CONADE

With great punch and stoicism to respond to adversity, boxer Marco Verde Álvarez secured the fourth medal for Mexico at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, after advancing to the semifinals of the 71 kilogram category, to guarantee, at least, the bronze in the French capital.

The feat of the current Central American and Pan American champion, whose father Manuel Verde was an Olympian in Barcelona 1992, came after defeating Indian Nishant Dev by split decision 4-1 in the round of the best eight.

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