As one of boxing’s traditional powerhouses when it comes to producing world-class talent in the ring, Mexico might best be described as the heart and soul of the sweet science. Now, in signing a multi-year deal, Golden Boy Promotions and Televisa will team up to bring Mexico’s best established stars as well as its stars of tomorrow into living rooms across the country.
“This is a great moment for Golden Boy Promotions, our fighters and the sport of boxing,” said Oscar de la Hoya, President of Golden Boy Promotions. “To join with such a respected partner in Televisa is an honor for us and together, we’re going to deliver the best fights possible to boxing fans every month. We can’t wait to get started!”
“Telvisa Sports and Golden Boy Promotions unite forces in a sport that has given our country multiple world champions and has always motivated Mexican fans with pride,” Javier Alarcn, Editorial Director of Televisa Deportes. “We will work hard in this partnership to prove that there is no doubt that the true home of boxing is in Mexico as it has been for many decades.”
Alberto Sosa, Director of Televisa Deportes added, “Both companies are obligated to present each event with the highest quality and best transmission along with the most recognized boxers on the national and international levels.”
“When it comes to building boxing stars in Mexico, no one does it better than Televisa,” said Richard Schaefer, CEO of Golden Boy Promotions. “They have the most comprehensive platform for promoting events and fighters in Mexico and we at Golden Boy are proud to partner with Televisa on this series.”
The monthly telecasts, which will debut in January of 2011, will air live on Saturday nights from sites throughout Mexico. The date and fights for the series debut, and other telecasts taking place in the first quarter of 2011, will be announced shortly.
