Shakur Stevenson's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

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.

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.

2016: Rio Olympics

In 2016, Shakur Stevenson became the first 2016 Rio Olympics Team USA male fighter to win a world title.

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.

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.