A closer look at the biggest achievements of Deontay Wilder. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Deontay Leshun Wilder is a professional American boxer, best known for holding the World Boxing Council (WBC) heavyweight title from 2015 to 2020. His win marked the first time an American had held a world heavyweight title since 2007, ending the longest title drought for the United States in boxing history.
In 2007, Deontay Wilder overcame expectations to win both the National Golden Gloves and the US championships at 201 lb (91 kg), marking an early career success.
In 2008, Deontay Wilder won a bronze medal in the heavyweight division at the Olympics. This achievement led to his nickname "the Bronze Bomber."
In 2009, Deontay Wilder won all seven of his fights, each ending in the first round, showcasing his early dominance in the boxing ring.
By October 2012, Deontay Wilder had achieved a 25-fight win streak, with all wins by knockout within four rounds, establishing his reputation as a formidable boxer.
On December 15, 2012, Deontay Wilder won the vacant WBC Continental Americas heavyweight title by knocking out Kelvin Price at the Memorial Sports Arena in Los Angeles.
In August 2014, Deontay Wilder defeated Jason Gavern by TKO after Gavern's corner threw in the towel after round four at the StubHub Center in Carson, California.
On January 17, 2015, Deontay Wilder defeated Bermane Stiverne by unanimous decision to win the WBC heavyweight title at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, becoming the first American heavyweight world champion since Shannon Briggs.
On May 18, 2019, Deontay Wilder defended his WBC heavyweight title against Dominic Breazeale, winning by knockout with 43 seconds left in the first round.
On November 23, 2019, Deontay Wilder faced Luis Ortiz again, winning by seventh-round knockout to retain his WBC heavyweight title.
On October 15, 2022, Deontay Wilder knocked out Robert Helenius in the first round at Brooklyn's Barclays Center.
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