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Teófimo López Defends Titles Amid Controversy Over Judges' Scorecards

Fans express dissatisfaction with the unanimous decision in the López vs. Ortiz fight, sparking debates on boxing's judging system.

  • Teófimo López successfully defended his WBO and Ring Magazine super lightweight titles against Jamaine Ortiz, winning by unanimous decision.
  • The judges' scorecards of 117-111, 115-113, and 115-113 have been met with criticism from fans and commentators alike.
  • Fans and analysts question the fairness of the scoring, with some suggesting that controversial decisions are driving fans towards MMA.
  • The fight's lack of engaging exchanges and Ortiz's evasive tactics led to disappointment among the audience.
  • Controversies surrounding boxing's judging system are not new, with past instances of disputed decisions fueling ongoing debates.
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