“Very Sad Day for a Very Dear Person”: Already in Mourning Over Father’s Demise, Former Female World Champion Suffering Another Tragic Loss Leaves WBC President Heartbroken

Ibeth Zamora Silva won the WBA interim female mini Flyweight title in 2009. She later moved up a weight class and secured the WBC female flyweight title in 2018. ‘La Roca’ considers her father pivotal, as his words have always had a profound effect on her career. 

Zamora is going through a very tough time right now. Her father passed away some time back, and in recent news, another personal tragedy has befallen her. The WBC President took to his Twitter handle to express his condolences for her present misfortune.

WBC President is appalled at the state of Ibeth Zamora

Mauricio Sulaiman, the WBC president, expressed sadness over Ibeth Roca Zamora’s personal loss as she recently lost her mother. Sulaiman prayed for Zamora’s quick acceptance and strength during these tough times.

Furthermore, his message conveyed how dear Zamora is to him. He feels agonized by the fact that she has to go through the loss of her mother and father. 

He wrote in his tweet, “A very sad day for a very dear person. Ibette Roca Zamora lost her mother who already joined her father who also left recently. We pray to God for prompt resignation and strength in these difficult times.” (translated by Google)

Her parents were seed merchants and grocery suppliers. The boxer used to help them with their work.

Amidst the personal hardships that Zamora is facing, as expressed by WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman, her professional life has also taken a hit.

Another loss that shook Zamora

The fight took place on 10 September, 2023. In their fight, Kenia Enriquez won a ten-round fight against Ibeth Zamora and secured the interim WBC flyweight title. The fight took place in La Paz, Mexico, and Imagen TV broadcasted it. Right from the start, Kenia Enriquez controlled the fight with her jab and left hooks. Zamora, a former champion in two divisions, couldn’t match Enriquez’s power.

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In the later rounds, Zamora tried to land right hands but failed to turn the tide. She also had a nearly swollen-shut right eye. Enriquez stuck to his strategy and won unanimously with scores of 100-90, 99-91, and 99-91. The win extended Enriquez’s fourteen-fight winning streak and made her the mandatory challenger for the WBC title.

She faced not only the loss of her parents but also a pivotal defeat in the ring. WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman’s heartfelt message underscores the gravity of her situation. As she navigates these hardships, the boxing community watches, offering support and awaiting her next move.

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