Lamon Brewster

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Lamon Tajuan Brewster (born June 5, 1973) is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1996 to 2010. He held the World Boxing Organization (WBO) heavyweight title from 2004 to 2006, and is best known for scoring an upset knockout victory over Wladimir Klitschko to win the vacant title. Brewster was ranked by BoxRec as the world's eighth best active heavyweight at the conclusion of 2004.[1]

As an amateur, he won the U.S. national championships in 1995, and a silver medal at that year's Pan American Games, both in the heavyweight division. Following his retirement from the sport in 2011, Brewster became an entrepreneur and founded a consulting business.

Amateur career

Brewster won the 1995 U.S. national amateur championship as a heavyweight. Additional highlights include:

Professional career

1996–2003: Prospect to contender

Brewster turned professional in 1996 and was undefeated for his first three years as a pro until losing decisions to Clifford Etienne and Charles Shufford in 2000.

2004–2005: WBO heavyweight champion and title defenses

Script error: No such module "Labelled list hatnote". On April 10, 2004, Brewster faced Wladimir Klitschko in a fight for the vacant World Boxing Organization championship that had been vacated by Corrie Sanders, who had upset Klitschko by knocking him out in the second round of their fight in 2003, when he decided to challenge Vitali Klitschko for the World Boxing Council title vacated when Lennox Lewis retired.

Brewster was dominated in the early going, knocked down once in the fourth round. In the fifth round, Brewster hurt Klitschko with a left hook that forced the Ukrainian fighter to use the ropes to hold himself up, which resulted in a knockdown. As the round ended, Brewster hit Klitschko with a combination of punches that caused him to go down after the bell sounded. Seeing Klitschko struggle to return to his feet, referee Robert Byrd stopped the fight and awarded a technical knockout victory to Brewster. Klitschko claimed foul play resulted in his defeat but an investigation found nothing.

For eleven years, Brewster remained the last boxer to defeat Klitschko in the ring, until Tyson Fury defeated Klitschko in a 2015 heavyweight fight. Brewster remains the second last boxer to knock Klitschko out in a bout, preceding Anthony Joshua, who won by TKO on the 11th round defeating Wladimir Klitschko on 30 April 2017.[2]

2006–2007: Brewster vs. Liakhovich and Klitschko II

Script error: No such module "Labelled list hatnote". Brewster lost his WBO title by unanimous decision on April 1, 2006 to Sergei Liakhovich from Belarus in an action-packed fight. In an interview following the fight, Brewster said that he could not see with his left eye after the first round. It was later confirmed that he had suffered a detached retina in his left eye and he had to undergo surgery.

Lamon Brewster returned to the ring on July 7, 2007, losing his rematch against Wladimir Klitschko after trainer Buddy McGirt stopped the fight after the sixth round. The fight took place in Köln (Cologne), Germany, for the IBF & IBO heavyweight title.

2008–2010: Tail end of career

After two tune-up bouts, he was upset by Gbenga Oloukun by an eight-round points decision. The following year he was stopped by rising contender Robert Helenius. At one point in his career, Brewster was managed by The Simpsons co-creator, professional poker player and philanthropist, Sam Simon,.[3][4] Later Brewster left Simon and signed with manager Al Haymon.[4][5]

Retirement

On January 9, 2011, Lamon Brewster officially announced his retirement as a professional boxer.[6] Brewster cited an eye injury from his last fight with Helenius as the reason for this retirement. Further, he indicated that he believes that Helenius tampered with his gloves which caused the resulting injury to Brewster. He underwent four unsuccessful surgeries to restore sight in his left eye.[7] After further surgery, his vision began to improve.[8]

Personal life

Template:BLP unreferenced section In 1995 he was divorced from actress Tichina Arnold[9][10] (of Martin and Everybody Hates Chris fame).

Brewster also has one older daughter from a previous relationshipTemplate:CN. Brewster married his current wife "Juana" Brewster in October 2000, and together they have two daughters and a sonTemplate:CN.

He is also the cousin of former IBF and WBO heavyweight champion Chris Byrd. Brewster has made several television appearances as well as public service announcements through his career.

Entrepreneurship

Brewster founded "Fighting Connection Consulting" in July 2011 providing expertise to professional fighters on training methods, psychology, nutrition, conditioning, team building, and publicity.

Professional boxing record

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No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
41 Loss 35–6 Robert Helenius TKO 8 (10), 2:31Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jan 30, 2010 Jahnsportforum, Neubrandenburg, GermanyScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
40 Loss 35–5 Gbenga Oloukun UD 8 Aug 29, 2009 Gerry Weber Stadion, Halle, GermanyScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
39 Win 35–4 Michael Sprott UD 8 Mar 14, 2009 Ostseehalle, Kiel, GermanyScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
38 Win 34–4 Danny Batchelder KO 5 (12), 1:10Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Aug 30, 2008 Gardens, Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant NABA heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
37 Loss 33–4 Wladimir Klitschko RTD 6 (12), 3:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jul 7, 2007 Kölnarena, Cologne, GermanyScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For IBF and IBO heavyweight titlesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
36 Loss 33–3 Siarhei Liakhovich UD 12 Apr 1, 2006 Wolstein Center, Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Lost WBO heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
35 Win 33–2 Luan Krasniqi TKO 9 (12), 2:48Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Sep 28, 2005 Color Line Arena, Hamburg, GermanyScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBO heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
34 Win 32–2 Andrew Golota TKO 1 (12), 0:52Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". May 21, 2005 United Center, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBO heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
33 Win 31–2 Kali Meehan SD 12 Sep 4, 2004 Mandalay Bay Events Center, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBO heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
32 Win 30–2 Wladimir Klitschko TKO 5 (12), 3:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Apr 10, 2004 Mandalay Bay Events Center, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant WBO heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
31 Win 29–2 Joe Lenhart TKO 3 (10), 3:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Mar 1, 2003 Thomas & Mack Center, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
30 Win 28–2 Tommy Martin TKO 3 (12), 2:03Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Dec 14, 2002 Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained NABO heavyweight title;
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29 Win 27–2 Willie Chapman TKO 6 (10), 1:32Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jul 27, 2002 Mandalay Bay Events Center, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
28 Win 26–2 Nate Jones TKO 3 (12), 1:10Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Feb 2, 2002 Sovereign Center, Reading, Pennsylvania, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant NABO heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
27 Win 25–2 Joey Guy TKO 1 (10), 1:44Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Oct 25, 2001 Hollywood Park Casino, Inglewood, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
26 Loss 24–2 Charles Shufford UD 10 Oct 21, 2000 Cobo Hall, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
25 Win 24–1 Val Smith TKO 1 (8), 2:02Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Sep 24, 2000 Silver Smith Casino, West Wendover, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
24 Loss 23–1 Clifford Etienne UD 10 May 6, 2000 Mellon Arena, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
23 Win 23–0 Richard Mason UD 10 Feb 26, 2000 Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
22 Win 22–0 Quinn Navarre KO 1 (10), 2:12Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Sep 17, 1999 All American Sports Park, Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
21 Win 21–0 Mario Cawley KO 2 (8), 1:20Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". May 22, 1999 Mandalay Bay Events Center, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
20 Win 20–0 Marcus Rhode TKO 1 (8), 2:06Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Oct 3, 1998 Las Vegas Hilton, Winchester, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
19 Win 19–0 Everett Martin TKO 4 Aug 15, 1998 Grand Olympic Auditorium, Los Angeles, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
18 Win 18–0 Louis Monaco KO 2 (8), 3:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jun 14, 1998 Etess Arena, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
17 Win 17–0 Garing Lane UD 10 May 16, 1998 Bank of America Centre, Boise, Idaho, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
16 Win 16–0 Marselles Brown KO 4 Mar 23, 1998 Foxwoods Resort Casino, Ledyard, Connecticut, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
15 Win 15–0 Artis Pendergrass TKO 1 (6), 2:11Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Feb 28, 1998 Bally's Park Place, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
14 Win 14–0 Biko Botowamungu TKO 5 (8), 0:20Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jan 9, 1998 Grand Casino, Biloxi, Mississippi, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
13 Win 13–0 Tony LaRosa TKO 1 (10) Dec 20, 1997 Spotlight 29 Casino, Coachella, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
12 Win 12–0 John Kiser UD 8 Nov 20, 1997 Grand Olympic Auditorium, Los Angeles, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
11 Win 11–0 Aaron Conway TKO 1 (6), 2:24Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Aug 8, 1997 The Orleans, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
10 Win 10–0 Cleveland Woods RTD 2 (8), 3:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jul 11, 1997 Tropicana Las Vegas, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
9 Win 9–0 Willie Johnson TKO 2 Apr 8, 1997 Grand Casino, Biloxi, Mississippi, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
8 Win 8–0 Mark Johnson KO 1 (6), 2:03Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Mar 6, 1997 Convention Hall, Asbury Park, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
7 Win 7–0 Tim Knight KO 1 Feb 6, 1997 Los Angeles, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
6 Win 6–0 Trent Surratt KO 1 (6), 1:52Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jan 31, 1997 Great Western Forum, Inglewood, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
5 Win 5–0 Ronnie Smith TKO 3 (6), 0:30Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jan 9, 1997 Beverly Wilshire Hotel, Los Angeles, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
4 Win 4–0 Fabian Meza KO 1 (4) Dec 28, 1996 Irvine, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
3 Win 3–0 Greg McGhee KO 2 (4), 2:28Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Dec 17, 1996 National Guard Armory, Pikesville, Maryland, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
2 Win 2–0 Sean Fink KO 1 (4) Nov 29, 1996 Civic Center, Roanoke, Virginia, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
1 Win 1–0 Moses Harris KO 1 (4), 1:21Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Nov 8, 1996 Arizona Charlie's Decatur, Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".

See also

References

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External links

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U.S. heavyweight champion
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NABO heavyweight champion
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WBC Continental Americas
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NABA heavyweight champion
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WBO heavyweight champion
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