Wednesday, 29 July 2026 · Philippines
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Lorenzo excited to fight in “The Battle”

SAMUEL Paul Uy Lorenzo of Black Hawk Gym is excited to fight in the coming Davao Ultimate Knockout Challenge (DUKC) 2 on October 29 at the Elorde Gym at Tulip Drive in Matina.

It is dubbed as “The Battle” in the co-main event, Lorenzo will fight Tristan James Aquino of Strive Fitness Gym in 62-kilograms.

“I'm under pressure. I'm excited and nervous. Mixed emotions,” said the 24-year-old Lorenzo.

Lorenzo has trained for more than a month under coaches Richard Garde, Neil Bodioganon, Henry Manlamangan and Bea Hidalgo.

“I'll do my best for the fight,” said the 5-foot-7 Lorenzo.

The main event of the DUKC 2 is Gianne Carlos Pascual of Elorde Gym against Keith John Ardenio of Blackhawk Gym in 69-kilograms.

DUKC founder Alfie Angelo Jonsay said the amateur boxing fights are sponsored by Nate’s and Nat’s, Coca-Cola, Davao City Sports Development Division, Whey King Davao, Go Sport and Elorde Gym.

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