“Is This What Boxing Has Come to”: Fans Question Authorities as Canelo Alvarez and His 6 Brothers Break Guinness World Record

Undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez is gearing up to fight his next contender John Ryder. The bout will be a homecoming for the Mexican champion as the fight is set to take place in his hometown of Guadalajara. However, it looks like Saul and his six brothers have made headlines for another monumental achievement.

It was recently revealed the seven Alvarez brothers have clinched the Guinness World Record for the “most siblings to fight in the same boxing event”. This momentous achievement took place back in 2008 when all Alvarez, along with his brothers Victor, Daniel, Gonzalo, Ricardo, Ramon, and Rigoberto, all participated in the same event.

This was not all as during a recent press conference ahead of his highly anticipated fight, Canelo and his brothers were honored for their remarkable achievement. They were awarded an official plaque by the Guinness Records to credit their achievement also showcasing how the family has boxing in its DNA. However, despite the achievement the fans were not too happy about this achievement overshadowing the fight itself. In addition, they were quick to question the authorities as they reacted to this announcement.

Fans react to Canelo Alvarez and his brothers making a Guinness World Record

A user named Carmi asked a serious question about the current state of the sport.

A user Jeno wondered if the WBC even made a belt for this record. This was a shot at the organization that has become notorious for making new belts.

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Another user claimed that records are just being handed out for anything at this point.

A user hilariously stated that the seven brothers had to have fought for the television remote when they were younger.

Lastly, According to a user named Dey Biggavelli this was the most useless record ever.

While the fans might not have been too keen on the Alvarez brothers making a world record, it is a great achievement nonetheless. It is also hard to deny the impact his family has had on shaping him as a boxer. Moreover, as the champion steps into the ring to defend his title, he will have the unwavering support of his family. The boxing world eagerly awaits the next chapter in the Alvarez family’s inspiring journey as they continue to redefine the boundaries of the sport they love.

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