NEW YORK (Oct. 21, 2010) – Boxing fans viewing Friday night’s TeleFutura broadcast of “Sólo Boxeo Tecate” sat in the judge’s seat and cast their text votes naming Mexican boxer Ramon Montano as the fighter with the most character. Even though he lost to Frankie Gomez by a six round unanimous decision, boxing fans considered Ramon Montano as the fighter who showed the most character with him receiving 54 percent of all votes.
Launched by Tecate, cerveza con carácter, the “Cinturón Tecate” award gives viewers the chance to recognize the strength, courage, and determination of up-and-coming fighters featured on “Sólo Boxeo Tecate.” The boxer who receives the most text votes will be highlighted during the following week’s program; giving viewers an insider’s look at the lives of this individual. As part of the promotion, adult fans who participate will receive free ring tones and screen savers for their cell phones.
In case you missed the thrilling “Sólo Boxeo Tecate” from earlier in the year, below is a leaderboard summary of the boxer’s with the most character.
Boxer
Percentage of Votes
Date of Fight
Ranking
Luis Ramos Jr.
92%
Sept. 17
1
Danny Garcia
75%
Oct. 8
2
Jorge Barrios
65%
Oct. 1
3
Ramon Montano
54%
Oct. 15
4
This week, “Sólo Boxeo Tecate” hits the Four Points Sheraton Hotel in San Diego, California, for another exhilarating episode featuring some of today’s most promising boxing talent. Fans at home will have an opportunity to vote and determine whether Mercito Gesta or Ivan Valle, is the boxer with the most character! Tune in tomorrow at 11:30 p.m. ET/PT (10:30 p.m. CT) on TeleFutura.
For more information on “Cinturón Tecate” results or to speak with a brand executive about the program please contact FORMULATIN at (212) 219-0321.
Tecate Boxing
Tecate, cerveza con carácter, is the largest beer brand to sponsor boxing matches in the U.S. Part of its commitment to make boxing accessible to consumers is the title sponsorship of “Solo Boxeo Tecate,” which creates an opportunity for local fans to witness some of the most exhilarating fights by today’s up-and-coming prospects. Additionally, Tecate has been a primary supporter of Golden Boy Promotions’ marquee events since 2007, and has launched a variety of initiatives to ensure consumers are part of the boxing experience, including boxer autograph signing sessions, commemorative cans, PPV mail-in rebate offers, and most recently the launch of a mobile museum “Tecate Museo de Boxeo”, which showcases decades of the most memorable moments in the sport.