Claressa Shields - 10 things to know with detail
- 1. Claressa Shields is a professional boxer from the United States, born on March 17, 1995, in Flint, Michigan.
- 2. Shields made history at the 2012 London Olympics when she became the first American woman to win a boxing gold medal. She was only 17 years old at the time.
- 3. In addition to her Olympic success, Shields is a two-time Olympic gold medalist, having also won gold at the 2016 Rio Olympics.
- 4. Shields is a three-division world champion, having held titles in the super middleweight, middleweight, and junior middleweight divisions.
- 5. She is known for her aggressive fighting style and powerful punches, earning her the nickname "T-Rex" for her short stature and long arms.
- 6. Shields turned professional in 2016 and has an undefeated record, with multiple successful title defenses.
- 7. In 2020, Shields made history once again by becoming the fastest boxer in history, male or female, to win world titles in three weight divisions.
- 8. Shields is also a trailblazer for women's boxing, advocating for equal pay and opportunities for female fighters in the sport.
- 9. Outside of boxing, Shields has appeared in the ESPN Body Issue and has expressed interest in pursuing a career in mixed martial arts.
- 10. Shields continues to be a dominant force in women's boxing and is considered one of the greatest female boxers of all time.