Rogelio Martínez (boxer)

Rogelio Martínez (born 16 July 1974) is a Dominican Republic former professional boxer, who was nicknamed "The Golden Warrior" during his career.

Rogelio Martínez
Personal information
Born (1974-07-16) 16 July 1974 (age 49)
Cotuí, Dominican Republic
Medal record
Men’s Boxing
Representing the  Dominican Republic
Central American and Caribbean Games
Silver medal – second place 1993 Ponce Light Welterweight

As an amateur, Martínez represented his native country in the light welterweight division (– 63.5 kg), winning a silver medal at the 1993 Central American and Caribbean Games in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Rated as a middleweight he made his professional debut on 24 April 1997, defeating USA's Darrell Jacobs in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He retired after 19 pro bouts (13 wins, 5 losses and 1 draw).

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