San Diego native to make pro boxing debut at Pechanga Arena
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Jonny Mansour preparing for his pro boxing debut in front of his hometown of San Diego.
“It’s work time. I’m excited for this opportunity and I’m excited to have a great performance. It’s a dream come true man. I’ve always looked forward for this moment,” Mansour said.
It’s a moment 15 years in the making for the La Mesa native coming off a storied amateur career, fighting with Team USA and winning the 2023 Golden Gloves title.
“I always believed I had that professional style. So now that I’m transitioning to the pros, coming from a great amateur pedigree, it’s very exciting,” Mansour said.
The lightweight fighter is known for his elusiveness, early in his career, earning the nickname “Magic” from a teammate.
“She was like, ‘you hit me and you disappear. This is where we give you the nickname Magic.’ Since then, I love it. This is the nickname my closest people gave me and I stick to it,” Mansour said.
He’s hoping to put a spell on his next opponent and start his professional career with a win.
“I’ve been keeping the closest people around me and all of them know this is everything we’ve ever worked for. I’m very excited to just put on a great performance in my hometown of San Diego and just the best that I can be.”
Jonny “Magic” Mansour will face Anel Dudo Saturday at Pechanga Arena.
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