Gabriel Escobar (boxer) facts for kids
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| Rated at | 52 kg | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 168 cm | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Born | 22 July 1996 (age 29) Leganés, Community of Madrid, Spain |
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Gabriel Escobar Mascuñano, born on July 22, 1996, is a talented Spanish boxer. He is known for winning several gold medals in important international competitions. He competes as an amateur boxer, which means he boxes for sport and not yet as a professional.
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About Gabriel Escobar
Gabriel Escobar was born in Leganés, a city in Spain. He is a southpaw boxer, which means he leads with his right hand and foot, making his left hand his stronger punching hand. This can be a tricky style for opponents to face. He usually competes in the flyweight category, which is for boxers weighing around 52 kilograms (about 115 pounds).
Major Achievements
Gabriel has won many gold medals, showing he is one of the best boxers in his weight class.
Gold Medals
- 2018 Mediterranean Games: Gabriel won his first major gold medal at the Mediterranean Games held in Tarragona, Spain. This was a big win for him, especially since it was in his home country.
- 2018 European Union Championships: Later in 2018, he won another gold medal at the European Union Amateur Boxing Championships in Valladolid, Spain. This showed his consistent performance and skill.
- 2019 European Games: One of his most significant victories came at the 2019 European Games in Minsk, Belarus. He won the gold medal in the flyweight division, proving his talent on a larger European stage.
Other Medals
- 2018 Strandzha Cup: Before his gold medal streak, Gabriel also earned a bronze medal at the Strandzha Cup in Sofia, Bulgaria, in 2018. This competition is known as one of the oldest and toughest amateur boxing tournaments in Europe.
What is Amateur Boxing?
Amateur boxing is a sport where athletes compete under strict rules, often for a limited number of rounds. Unlike professional boxing, amateur boxers wear headgear and thicker gloves to protect themselves. The focus is more on skill, speed, and technique rather than causing knockouts. Many famous professional boxers started their careers as amateurs, just like Gabriel.
See also
In Spanish: Gabriel Escobar para niños
