[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 124 (Thursday, September 17, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1748]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO WILFREDO VASQUEZ

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                          HON. JOSE E. SERRANO

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 17, 1998

  Mr. SERRANO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Mr. Wilfredo 
Vasquez, an outstanding Puerto Rican athlete who has been a successful 
boxer. He was honored on Friday, September 11, at the ``Centro Cultural 
Latino'' in my Bronx congressional district.
  Mr. Vasquez was born on August 2, 1961 in Bayamon, Puerto Rico. His 
record speaks volumes about his achievements: 50 wins, 8 losses, 3 
draws, 37 knockouts.
  On October 3, 1987, he defeated by knockout Chan Yong Park for the 
Bantamweight title in 10 rounds in the World Boxing Association (WBA). 
On March 27, 1992, he defeated Raul Perez in 3 rounds for the Junior 
Featherweight.
  On May 18, 1996, he defeated Eloy Rojas by knockout for the 
Featherweight title. He is the only three-time champion in the same 
organization.
  Through his long dedication and success in boxing, Mr. Vasquez has 
served as a role model for millions of youngsters in the United States 
and Puerto Rico who, like him, dream of success in the world of sports.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Mr. 
Wilfredo Vasquez for his contributions and dedication to boxing, as 
well as for serving as role model for the youth of Puerto Rico and 
America.

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