Date of Birth: October 29, 1980
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Biography
Miguel Ángel Cotto Vázquez, commonly known as Miguel Cotto, is a retired Puerto Rican professional boxer who competed from 2001 to 2017. Born in Caguas, Puerto Rico, Cotto is widely regarded as one of the greatest Puerto Rican boxers of all time. Throughout his career, he achieved remarkable success, becoming the first Puerto Rican boxer to win world titles in four different weight classes: light welterweight, welterweight, light middleweight, and middleweight. Cotto began his boxing career with an impressive amateur record and represented Puerto Rico in the 2000 Sydney Olympics. He turned professional in 2001 and quickly rose through the ranks, capturing his first world title in 2004 by defeating Kelson Pinto for the WBO junior welterweight title. Known for his aggressive fighting style, powerful left hook, and exceptional body-punching ability, Cotto earned a reputation as a fan favorite. Throughout his career, he faced and defeated numerous top-tier fighters, including Shane Mosley, Zab Judah, and Antonio Margarito. His rivalry with Margarito was particularly notable, as it spanned two highly publicized bouts. Cotto retired from boxing after a loss to Sadam Ali in December 2017, finishing with a professional record of 41 wins (33 by knockout) and 6 losses.
5 Interesting Facts about Miguel Cotto
1. Miguel Cotto is the first Puerto Rican boxer to win world titles in four different weight classes.
2. He represented Puerto Rico in the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
3. Cotto has a street named after him in his hometown of Caguas, Puerto Rico.
4. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2022.
5. Miguel Cotto is also known for his philanthropy, having established the “El Ángel” foundation to help children in need in Puerto Rico.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Miguel Cotto
1. “I am very proud of what I have accomplished in my career. I always gave my best in every fight.”
2. “Boxing is not just a sport; it is a lifestyle.”
3. “I fought for my family, my fans, and my country.”
4. “Every fight is a new challenge, and every opponent teaches you something different.”
5. “Retirement is not the end; it’s just the beginning of a new chapter in my life.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At his peak, Miguel Cotto’s net worth was estimated to be around $25 million.
Children
Miguel Cotto has four children: Miguel Cotto III, Alondra Cotto, Luis Ángel Cotto, and Miguel Cotto Jr.
Relevant Links
1. [Miguel Cotto Official Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/realmiguelacotto
2. [Miguel Cotto’s BoxRec Profile](https://boxrec.com/en/proboxer/314998
5. [Miguel Cotto Foundation](https://www.miguelcottofoundation.org
