MANILA, Philippines — Two-time Southeast Asian (SEA) Games gold medalist Charly Suarez is taking a leave from the pro ranks to seek a third championship in the 11-nation biennial conclave that the Philippines is hosting late this year. He racked up a 3-0 record, with 3 KOs, but with the prospect of winning a gold medal in the coming SEA Games a high probability, decided to go for it. Suarez said he’s dropping down to lightweight for the SEA Games. I’m hoping Charly wins his third SEA Games gold medal.”Suarez came close to hitting paydirt at the 2014 Asian Games, settling for the silver. In the coming SEA Games, fighting before the home crowd is extra motivation for Suarez to give it his all in proving he’s the No.

Source: Philippine Star October 19, 2019 16:00 UTC