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Last updated on February 1, 2009
John Ruiz Born: Jan. 4, 1972 Boxer
ddefeated Evander Holyfield by decision in 2001 for the WBA heavyweight title; the first-ever Hispanic heavyweight champ; lost belt to Roy Jones Jr. on unanimous dec. in 2003.
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