(JAN 15) It is shameful to
be reading the irresponsible comments on social media, those
writing them and those publishing them have zero moral
integrity. It is our duty to set the record straight and stop
this horrible inhuman attack on a person who is an example and
motivation to the world.
It is deeply insulting in a sport
that prides itself on diversity, that Alejandra Jimenez is being
attacked for having the courage to live an openly gay lifestyle
and manifesting an appearance that is pleasing to herself and
her community.
Alejandra Jimenez is being bullied and deprived of her moment of
glory. Instead, she should be lauded and praised as the role
model she is.
Alejandra Jimenez is a 31 year
old single mother. She gave birth to a beautiful daughter,
Ailime, at the age of 21.
Alejandra was excessively overweight and at the age of 23 found
a boxing gym, which eventually changed her life. She made her
Professional debut 5 years ago at the age of 26.
She worked very hard, overcame
all type of obstacles and conquered glory by winning The WBC
heavyweight championship against Martha Salazar in Cancun in
March, 2016.
She then found a new lifestyle and through exemplary effort and
sacrifice set her goal to fight at Super Middleweight. This past
Saturday night she defeated Franchon Crews Dezurn and became the
Super Middleweight champion of the world. She underwent a
complex out of competition VADA Testing program with all results
coming negative.
The World Boxing
Council is often rebuked because it has the strongest and most
protective health and safety standards in women’s boxing; VADA
Testing, Ten Rounds, Two minute rounds , Glove Sizes and
mandatory pregnancy testing, among other safety mandatory
measures.
We also have a
history of social activism, fairness and diversity;
Anti-bullying, Anti-drugs, Sportsmanship and Inclusion.
These unsubstantiated accusations hurled at our WBC Super
Middleweight Champion, Alejandra Jimenez, offends the boxing
community as well as society, but most importantly, Alejandra.
We are proud of our
Champion, Alejandra Jimenez, her amazing accomplishments, and
continue to stand by her.
