A closer look at the biggest achievements of Shakur Stevenson. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Shakur Stevenson is an American professional boxer who has achieved significant success in the sport. He has held world championships in three different weight classes, showcasing his versatility and skill. As of 2023, he holds the WBC lightweight title. Before turning professional, Stevenson represented the United States at the 2016 Summer Olympics, where he earned a silver medal in the bantamweight division, marking an early achievement in his boxing career.
2014: AIBA Youth World Championships & Summer Youth Olympics
In 2014, Stevenson had a successful youth career winning the AIBA Youth World Championships and the Summer Youth Olympics.
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2015: U.S. Olympic Trials Winner
In 2015, at the age of 18, Stevenson won the senior U.S. Olympic trials, qualifying for the U.S. boxing team at the 2016 Summer Olympics.
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2016: Rio Olympics
In 2016, Shakur Stevenson became the first 2016 Rio Olympics Team USA male fighter to win a world title.
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2016: Summer Olympics
In 2016, Shakur Stevenson represented the United States at the Summer Olympics, winning a silver medal in the bantamweight division.
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2016: Silver Medal at Rio Olympics
In 2016, Stevenson won a silver medal at the Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, losing to Robeisy Ramírez in the gold medal match. He was the highest-medaling male boxer for the United States.
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April 22, 2017: First Professional Fight
On April 22, 2017, Stevenson won his first professional fight against Edgar Brito via a fifth-round technical decision, showcasing his agility and punching skills.
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May 20, 2017: Madison Square Garden Debut
On May 20, 2017, Stevenson made his Madison Square Garden debut, winning against Carlos Suarez in the first round.
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August 19, 2017: Victory over David Michel Paz
On August 19, 2017, Shakur Stevenson outpointed David Michel Paz over six rounds in Lincoln, Nebraska, continuing his winning streak.
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2018: Victory over Juan Tapia
In 2018, Stevenson defeated Juan Tapia by unanimous decision, displaying defensive improvements and body work.
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June 9, 2020: Super Featherweight Debut
On June 9, 2020, Stevenson made his super featherweight debut, defeating Felix Caraballo via a 6th round KO.
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April 8, 2023: Victory Over Yoshino
On April 8, 2023, Stevenson defeated Shuichiro Yoshino via a sixth-round technical knockout, earning a shot at the WBC lightweight title.
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July 6, 2024: First WBC Lightweight Title Defense
On July 6, 2024, Stevenson defended his WBC lightweight title against Artem Harutyunyan in Newark, New Jersey, winning by unanimous decision.
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