WBC issues final Luis Nery ruling

Here is the WBC final ruling regarding Luis Nery issued by the WBC Board of Governors:

I. BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS

A. Over the years, the WBC has implemented procedures to facilitate boxer’s methodical weight loss and to prevent sudden weight loss and extreme dehydrations on the eve of WBC-governed bouts. Those procedures which include, but are not limited to, monitoring weigh-ins 30- and 7-days before the bout, and having the official weigh-in ceremony the day before the fight, have yielded very positive results.

B. On August 15, 2017, Luis Nery became WBC World Bantamweight Champion by defeating then reigning Champion Shinsuke Yamanaka via 4th Round technical knockout. Continue reading “WBC issues final Luis Nery ruling”

Here is the WBC final ruling regarding Luis Nery issued by the WBC Board of Governors: I. BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS A. Over the years, the WBC has implemented procedures to…
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Lucas Browne returns July 29

Former WBA Heavyweight champion Lucas “Big Daddy” Browne will look to get back into the winner’s circle when he faces Roger “I Am” Izonritei on July 29th in Sydney. Browne suffered his first loss in March when he was stopped by Dillian Whyte in 6 rounds at the O2 Arena, London. Somewhat ironically both fighters are now based in Perth, Western Australia.

“I’m looking forward to getting back to the top of the division and it starts on July 29. I’ve made some adjustments since the fight with Dillian and I’m looking forward to displaying that next month. I can’t afford to overlook anyone and I want to knock Roger out and build some momentum,” said Browne 25-1 (22 KO). Continue reading “Lucas Browne returns July 29”

Former WBA Heavyweight champion Lucas “Big Daddy” Browne will look to get back into the winner’s circle when he faces Roger “I Am” Izonritei on July 29th in Sydney. Browne…
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Berchelt hits Merida for third title defense

WBC super featherweight champion Miguel “Alacran” Berchelt looks to be in great physical shape for the third defense of his world title this Saturday at the Poliforum Zamna in his adopted hometown Merida, Yucatan, Mexico. The fight can be seen on Azteca 7, La Casa del Boxeo (Mexico) and ESPN+ in the United States. Berchelt (33-1, 29 KOs) exposes the green belt against experienced former world champion Jonathan Yoni Barros (45-5-1, 22 KOs).

Barros is experiencing some travel problems, but is expected to arrive tonight.

Berchelt arrived in Merida on Saturday night and on Sunday he returned to his roots to workout at the famed San Francisco de Asis Gym. Continue reading “Berchelt hits Merida for third title defense”

WBC super featherweight champion Miguel “Alacran” Berchelt looks to be in great physical shape for the third defense of his world title this Saturday at the Poliforum Zamna in his…
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Huck returns as a heavyweight

Former WBO cruiserweight world champion Marco Huck (41-5-1, 28 KOs) had no problems stopping 41-year-old Yakup Saglam (40-5, 37 KOs) on Saturday at the Ballhaus Forum in Munich, Germany. Now campaigning as a heavyweight, Huck dropped Saglam in round four and Saglam’s corner threw in the towel. Huck entered the bout with consecutive losses to cruiserweight champions Oleksandr Usyk and Mairis Briedis.

In another notable heavyweight bout, unbeaten Petar Milas (12-0, 9 KOs) defeated former heavyweight title challenger Francesco Pianeta (35-4-1, 21 KOs) by ten round unanimous decision.

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Also in Germany on Saturday, 47-year-old former WBA cruiserweight champion Firat Arslan (43-8-2, 27 KOs) scored a first round KO against Pablo Matias Magrini (19-5-1, 15 KOs) in the city of Karlsruhe. Arslan claimed the vacant GBU world cruiserweight title for his efforts.

Former WBO cruiserweight world champion Marco Huck (41-5-1, 28 KOs) had no problems stopping 41-year-old Yakup Saglam (40-5, 37 KOs) on Saturday at the Ballhaus Forum in Munich, Germany. Now…
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Nxoshe and Ngamtwini fight to a draw

By Ron Jackson

South African flyweight champion Thembelani Nxoshe retained his title when he fought to a 12 round draw against the mandatory challenger Ntlanta Ngamtwini at the Orient Theatre in East London on Sunday afternoon.

Nxoshe (50.60kg) made a sensational start when he dropped Ngamtwini (50.70kg) with a chopping right to the side of the head in the neutral corner, in the opening round. Ngamtwini (14-1-1, 9 KOs) managed to beat the count and held on until the bell. Continue reading “Nxoshe and Ngamtwini fight to a draw”

By Ron Jackson South African flyweight champion Thembelani Nxoshe retained his title when he fought to a 12 round draw against the mandatory challenger Ntlanta Ngamtwini at the Orient Theatre…
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Anderson defeats Valentine in Toledo

Report and Photos by Bob Ryder

Saturday night at the Seagate Convention Center promoter Vick Green (Pulse Boxing) and matchmaker Aaron Rodriguez were able to overcome some late match fallouts to still offer a four bout card to the Glass City boxing faithful that provided some thrills as well as controversy.

In the six round main event, two hometown heavyweights clashed in an attempt to settle local bragging rights. Continue reading “Anderson defeats Valentine in Toledo”

Report and Photos by Bob Ryder Saturday night at the Seagate Convention Center promoter Vick Green (Pulse Boxing) and matchmaker Aaron Rodriguez were able to overcome some late match fallouts…
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Quigley-Serrano Bout Ends In No-Contest

By Gary “Digital” Williams at ringside
Photos: Mike Greenhill

The scheduled 10-round main event bout between Gerome “GQ” Quigley of Montgomery Village, MD and Raymond “Tito” Serrano of Philadelphia, PA at the Gardens Ice House in Laurel, MD ended in a disappointing no-contest after almost two rounds.

In the first round, Serrano surprised the large partisan crowd by landing solid shots to put Quigley on his heels. However, during the round, the two men clashed heads causing a cut on Quigley’s forehead. The cut continued to bleed during the second round and ringside physicians could not stop the bleeding and asked referee Kenny Chevalier to stop the contest at 1:59 of the second. Continue reading “Quigley-Serrano Bout Ends In No-Contest”

By Gary “Digital” Williams at ringside Photos: Mike Greenhill The scheduled 10-round main event bout between Gerome “GQ” Quigley of Montgomery Village, MD and Raymond “Tito” Serrano of Philadelphia, PA…
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Coyle stops Pastrana in St. Pete

By Damon Gonzalez
Photos: Scott Foster

Unbeaten middleweight Connor “The Kid” Coyle (8-0, 3 KOs) from Derry, Ireland stopped a game Danny “El Bebo” Pastrana (6-5, 1 KO) from Orlando, Florida on Saturday night winning the NBA Intercontinental middleweight championship title in front of a sold-out crowd at the St. Pete Coliseum in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Coyle and Pastrana met in the center of the ring throwing hard blows testing each other’s will early on, Pastrana made a case catches Coyle with a devastating right hook Coyle took the shot well began to establish himself popping a razor hard jab Pastrana just kept on coming after Coyle right through the punches. It was a matter of time in the contest. Coyle showed to be ahead with hard shots, Pastrana showed problems defending himself. Coyle landed a combination sending Pastrana down to the canvas referee Telis Assimenios, having seen enough, waved off the fight at an official time of 2:50 seconds of round six awarding a TKO victory to Coyle. Continue reading “Coyle stops Pastrana in St. Pete”

By Damon Gonzalez Photos: Scott Foster Unbeaten middleweight Connor “The Kid” Coyle (8-0, 3 KOs) from Derry, Ireland stopped a game Danny “El Bebo” Pastrana (6-5, 1 KO) from Orlando,…
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Dalakian retains WBA flyweight title

World Boxing Association (WBA) flyweight champion Artem Dalakian (17-0, 12 KOs) scored an impressive eighth round KO over challenger Sirichai Thaiyen (50-4, 35 KOs) on Sunday at the Parkovy Convention Centre in Kiev, Ukraine. Dalakian, making his first defense, was aggressive and in command the whole way. He dropped Thaiyen in round five, round six and round eight. The bout was finally waved off near the end of round eight to protect Thaiyen from further punishment.

World Boxing Association (WBA) flyweight champion Artem Dalakian (17-0, 12 KOs) scored an impressive eighth round KO over challenger Sirichai Thaiyen (50-4, 35 KOs) on Sunday at the Parkovy Convention…
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Acosta retains WBO 108lb world title

WBO light flyweight world champion Angel “Tito” Acosta (18-1, 18 KOs) retained his title with a twelfth round TKO over challenger Carlos “Chocorroncito” Buitrago (30-4-1, 17 KOs) on Saturday night at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico Center in Hato Rey, Puerto Rico. After Acosta dropped Buitrago in the final stanza, referee Luis Pabon stepped in to save Buitrago from further punishment. Time was 1:43.

WBO light flyweight world champion Angel “Tito” Acosta (18-1, 18 KOs) retained his title with a twelfth round TKO over challenger Carlos “Chocorroncito” Buitrago (30-4-1, 17 KOs) on Saturday night…
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Vasquez KOs Mijares, ruins ring farewell

By Gabriel F. Cordero

Former world champion Wilfredo “Papito” Vázquez Jr. (25-7-2, 20 KOs) left the overflow Auditorio Centenario crowd in stunned silence by brutally knocking out hometown idol and former two-division world champion Cristian “Diamante” Mijares (59-9-2, 27 KOs) on Saturday night in Gómez Palacio, Durango, Mexico.

In round three, Vazquez got the better of a vicious exchange that shattered Mijares’ nose and sent him crumpling to the canvas to hear the full count. Mijares had already stated this would be his last fight. Vazquez had lost three straight entering the fight and hadn’t fought in 20 months.

In the co-feature, super lightweight José “Pistón” López (28-6-2, 15 KOs) won a majority decision over Roberto “Massa” Ortíz (35-3-2, 26 KOs).

By Gabriel F. Cordero Former world champion Wilfredo “Papito” Vázquez Jr. (25-7-2, 20 KOs) left the overflow Auditorio Centenario crowd in stunned silence by brutally knocking out hometown idol and…
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Spence Jr: I want big names

By Jeff Zimmerman
Photos: Noe Gonzalez


IBF welterweight champion Errol Spence Jr. and his trainer Derrick James spoke to reporters after his first round demolition of mandatory challenger Carlos Ocampo on Saturday night at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas (the headquarters of the Dallas Cowboys).

Errol Spence Jr:

It was a great showing. I’m thankful for all the fans, reporters, love and support. Everyone was genuine for me. Thanks to the Dallas Cowboys for their support and use of their arena and resources.

If he thought the find would end so quickly:

I thought it would go to 4-5 rounds. If he would have gotten up, I would have carried him (Spence laughs). Continue reading “Spence Jr: I want big names”

By Jeff Zimmerman Photos: Noe Gonzalez IBF welterweight champion Errol Spence Jr. and his trainer Derrick James spoke to reporters after his first round demolition of mandatory challenger Carlos Ocampo…
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Dalakian and Thaiyen make weight

World Boxing Association (WBA) flyweight champion Artem Dalakian (16-0, 11 KOs) weighed in at 111.4 lbs and challenger Sirichai Thaiyen (50-3, 35 KOs) came in at 110.88 lbs or their bout taking place Sunday at the Parkovy Convention Centre in Kiev, Ukraine. Dalakian is making his first defense after winning the vacant belt against Brian Viloria in February on the “Superfly 2” card in Los Angeles.

World Boxing Association (WBA) flyweight champion Artem Dalakian (16-0, 11 KOs) weighed in at 111.4 lbs and challenger Sirichai Thaiyen (50-3, 35 KOs) came in at 110.88 lbs or their…
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Zepeda KOs Diaz in dramatic fight

In a dramatic fight where both fighters visited the canvas, lightweight Jose “Chon” Zepeda (29-1, 24 KOs) scored a fifth round KO over Carlos “Chuko” Diaz (27-1, 13 KOs) on Saturday night on a Zanfer Promotions card at the Auditorio del Estado in Mexicali, BC, Mexico.

Diaz dropped Zepeda in round four with a liver shot, but Zepeda managed to survive the round. In the fifth round, Zepeda floored Diaz with a shot to the stomach. Diaz then vomited in the ring while being counted by referee Rafael Ramos and was immediately attended to by the corner and ring physicians.

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In a dramatic fight where both fighters visited the canvas, lightweight Jose “Chon” Zepeda (29-1, 24 KOs) scored a fifth round KO over Carlos “Chuko” Diaz (27-1, 13 KOs) on…
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Spence annihilates Ocampo in one

By Jeff Zimmerman at ringside
Photos: Noe Gonzalez

IBF welterweight champion Dallas’ own Errol Spence (25-0, 21 KOs) showed why he is indeed “The Truth” as he dropped Carlos Ocampo (22-1, 13 KOs) with two vicious body shots, a left and a right, at the end of round 1 that sent Ocampo hunched over on the canvas in excruciating pain. Referee Laurence Cole counted to 10 and just like that Spence Jr. scored an impressive 1st round knockout in front of his hometown fans.

Ocampo showed he came to fight, countering Spence Jr. early, but Spence Jr. was on the attack from the opening bell and went right to his bread and butter, the body. It looked like Ocampo might survive on the opening round, but was unable to continue. The official time of the stoppage was 2:59 seconds of round 1. Spence Jr. retains his IBF welterweight belt with the win as he was joined in the ring by Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones. Continue reading “Spence annihilates Ocampo in one”

By Jeff Zimmerman at ringside Photos: Noe Gonzalez IBF welterweight champion Dallas’ own Errol Spence (25-0, 21 KOs) showed why he is indeed “The Truth” as he dropped Carlos Ocampo…
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WBA champ Roman hands Chucky first defeat

By Jeff Zimmerman at ringside

In the co-main event at Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, WBA super bantamweight champion Daniel Roman (24-2-1, 9 KOs) went toe to toe with the undefeated challenger Moises ”Chucky” Flores (25-1, 17 KOs), who lost the chance to win the title on the scales coming in heavy. Roman and Flores traded shots throughout the fight in the center of the ring, but neither guy was ever hurt. Roman showed his full arsenal landing to the head and body all night against Flores. Flores countered Roman but could not land a telling blow on Roman.

The fight was ruled a unanimous decision as the judges scored it 116-112, 118-110, 120-108 for Roman, who retained his title win or lose.

By Jeff Zimmerman at ringside In the co-main event at Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, WBA super bantamweight champion Daniel Roman (24-2-1, 9 KOs) went toe to…
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Popeye Rivera still unbeaten

Rising Hartford folk hero Richard “Popeye The Sailor Man” Rivera kept his pro record perfect (8-0, 7 KOs) intact, knocking out Jaime “Zarco” Solorio (12-4-2, 9 KOs), in the eighth round to capture the vacant ABF Continental cruiserweight title, last night (Saturday) in the main event on the “Fight Night at The Capital” pro boxing card, at Xfinity Centre in Hartford. Continue reading “Popeye Rivera still unbeaten”

Rising Hartford folk hero Richard “Popeye The Sailor Man” Rivera kept his pro record perfect (8-0, 7 KOs) intact, knocking out Jaime “Zarco” Solorio (12-4-2, 9 KOs), in the eighth…
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Undercard Results from Dallas

By Jeff Zimmerman at ringside

The fight between junior welterweights Javier Fortuna (35-2-1, 23 KOs) and Adrian Granados (18-6-2, 11 KOs) was stopped with 10 seconds left in round 4, when Fortuna fell out of the ring and hit his head after a possible slight push from Granados. It was ruled an accidental injury and a no decision. Fortuna was immediately rushed out of the arena on a stretcher.

Fortuna had already had two points taken away from him by Referee Robert Chapa for holding and hitting behind the head. Up to that point, it was a rough fight with both guys trying to establish themselves inside. Granados kept coming forward landing an occasional right hand before being tied up while Fortuna tried to counter him with his big left hand. Granados cannot seem to catch up a break as he has lost a handful of controversial decisions.

Hard-hitting welterweight Eminantus Stanions (6-0, 5 KOs) from Lithuania and trained by top trainer Ronnie Shields dropped Erick Marinez (14-13-1, 8 KOs) in the 3rd round and then used a big flurry to cause referee Neal Young to waive it off. Stanions kept his undefeated record intact with the TKO at 1:56 of round 3.

In a back and forth chippy battle, featherweight Stephon Fulton (15-2, 6 KOs) found late power to stop the tough Jesus Ahumada (15-2, 9 KOs) in the 9th round of the scheduled 10. Fulton, trained by Nazim Richardson, was using an effective jab throughout to stay away from the aggressive Ahumada. Ahumada was landing the bigger shots throughout but could not put Fulton away. Finally, in the 9th round, Fulton found a burst of energy and unleashed a flurry on Ahumada and forced referee Neal Young to call a halt. The official time of the stoppage was 1:54 in 9th round. Fulton earned his 15th win with the TKO. Continue reading “Undercard Results from Dallas”

By Jeff Zimmerman at ringside The fight between junior welterweights Javier Fortuna (35-2-1, 23 KOs) and Adrian Granados (18-6-2, 11 KOs) was stopped with 10 seconds left in round 4,…
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Fonfara stops Sillakh in six

By Przemek Garczarczyk

In a cruiserweight clash between former world title challengers, Andrzej “The Polish Price” Fonfara (30-5, 18 KOs) scored a sixth round TKO over Ismail “The Black Russian (although he’s actually Ukrainian)” Sillakh (25-5, 19 KOs) on Saturday night at the Torwar Sport Hall in Warsaw, Poland. A furious barrage of punches by Fanfare prompted a referee’s stoppage. It was the Chicago-based Fonfara’s first fight in Poland since his pro debut in 2006.

By Przemek Garczarczyk In a cruiserweight clash between former world title challengers, Andrzej “The Polish Price” Fonfara (30-5, 18 KOs) scored a sixth round TKO over Ismail “The Black Russian…
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Kelly, Ritson, McDonnell, Burns triumph

2016 Olympian Josh Kelly (7-0, 5 KOs) dethroned Commonwealth welterweight beltholder Kris George (14-2, 8 KOs) with a seven round stoppage on Saturday night at the Metro Radio Arena in Newcastle, England. George’s corner pulled their man out before round eight.

British lightweight titleholder Lewis Ritson (16-0, 10 KOs) blew away previously unbeaten Paul Hyland Jr (18-1, 7 KOs) in the first round. Three knockdowns

Super bantamweight Gavin McDonnell (20-1-2, 5 KOs) retained his WBC international belt via twelve round unanimous decision over former world champion Stuart Hall (21-7-2, 7 KOs). Scores were 115-113, 117-111, 117-111.

Former three-division world champion Ricky Burns (42-7-1, 15 KOs) ended his two-fight losing streak when Ivan Njegac (10-6, 3 KOs) failed to come out for round five.

2016 Olympian Josh Kelly (7-0, 5 KOs) dethroned Commonwealth welterweight beltholder Kris George (14-2, 8 KOs) with a seven round stoppage on Saturday night at the Metro Radio Arena in…
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Spence: I’m the top dog

IBF welterweight world champion Errol Spence Jr., who defends against Carlos Ocampo tonight in Dallas, was asked what message he wants to send to the other top welterweights, such as Keith Thurman, Shawn Porter, Danny Garcia and Terrence Crawford. “I’ve been sending messages,” stated Spence. “I don’t have to send any more. I’m the best welterweight in the division and the most feared welterweight in the division. So they have to send a message to me since I’m the top dog.”

IBF welterweight world champion Errol Spence Jr., who defends against Carlos Ocampo tonight in Dallas, was asked what message he wants to send to the other top welterweights, such as…
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Roman keeps WBA title, win or lose

WBA super bantamweight champion Danny Roman (24-2-1. 9 KOs) was inside the 122lb weight limit during Friday’s weigh in, while #1 challenger Moises Flores (25-0, 17 KOs) came in heavy. Flores originally weighed in at 123.5 lbs. and only managed to shave half a pound during the two-hour allotment given to him.

Roman, 28, was stunned by the challenger’s inability to come in at the contract weight. “I was a little surprised [he didn’t make weight] because it’s a world championship fight and you expect him to be professional,” he said.

Due to Flores’ misstep, he is ineligible to win the world title. Roman, on the other hand, retains the title even in a defeat. “I trained with heavier guys than me so I’m ready for whatever he brings,” Roman stated.

WBA super bantamweight champion Danny Roman (24-2-1. 9 KOs) was inside the 122lb weight limit during Friday’s weigh in, while #1 challenger Moises Flores (25-0, 17 KOs) came in heavy.…
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Weights from Hartford, Connecticut

The official weights for tonight’s “Fight Night at The Capital” pro boxing card, presented by Hartford Boxing Promotions, at Xfinity Centre in Hartford, Connecticut.

Richard “Popeye The Sailor Man” Rivera 180 vs. Jaime Solorio 183.5
Omar Bordoy Jr 140 vs. Alexander Picot 137
Sharad Collier vs. Antonio Castillo Jr 153
Anuel Rosa 134 vs. Roger Blankenship 139
Nathan Martinez 125 vs. Henry Garcia 125

The official weights for tonight’s “Fight Night at The Capital” pro boxing card, presented by Hartford Boxing Promotions, at Xfinity Centre in Hartford, Connecticut. Richard “Popeye The Sailor Man” Rivera…
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Weights from Laurel, MD

By Gary “Digital” Williams

Here is the scale watch for tonight’s Jeter Promotions/GQ Promotions card at the Gardens Ice House in Laurel, MD:

Gerome Quigley 147 vs. Raymond Serrano 147
(Vacant USBA and WBC USNBC Welterweight titles — Quigley made the weight on his third attempt)

Cobia Breedy 125.8 vs. Drew Correll 124.4
Drayvontay Speed-Rawls 138.6 vs. Matt Murphy 141.2
Francisco Bustos 158.4 vs. Jauvan John 160.4
Sam Crossed 196 vs. Josh Jones 195.6
Rashad Kilpatrick 145.8 vs. Lamont White 144.8
Marlon Bolen 145 vs. Christopher Thorne 153
Dante Cox 130 vs. Tyshae Ferguson 123.6 (Ferguson must weigh again on Saturday)

By Gary “Digital” Williams Here is the scale watch for tonight’s Jeter Promotions/GQ Promotions card at the Gardens Ice House in Laurel, MD: Gerome Quigley 147 vs. Raymond Serrano 147…
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