Choi Yo-sam
- January 9, 2024
- Boxer
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Choi Yo-sam |
| Occupation | Boxer |
| Date Of Birth | Oct 16, 1973(1973-10-16) |
| Age | 51 |
| Date Of Death | January 3, 2008, Seoul, South Korea |
| Birthplace | Jeongeup |
| Country | South Korea |
| Birth City | North Jeolla Province |
| Horoscope | Libra |
Choi Yo-sam Biography
| Name | Choi Yo-sam |
| Birthday | Oct 16 |
| Birth Year | 1973 |
| Place Of Birth | Jeongeup |
| Home Town | North Jeolla Province |
| Birth Country | South Korea |
| Birth Sign | Libra |
Choi Yo-sam is one of the most popular and richest Boxer who was born on October 16, 1973 in Jeongeup, North Jeolla Province, South Korea.
Choi turned pro in 1993 and won the Lineal and WBC light flyweight titles in 1999 with a decision win over Saman Sorjaturong. He successfully defended the titles three times before losing it to Jorge Arce by a 6th round technical knockout in 2002. In 2003, he lost a decision to Beibis Mendoza for the interim WBA light flyweight title. In 2004, he moved up in weight to take on Lorenzo Parra for the WBA flyweight title and lost a decision.
On December 25, 2007, he successfully defended the WBO Intercontinental flyweight title with a unanimous decision victory over Heri Amol. In the 12th round, Choi was dropped with five seconds remaining, but beat the count and went on to win the fight (with fighter saved by bell rule). He collapsed while still in the ring after the bout and was rushed to the Soonchunhyang University Hospital immediately after the fight in order to undergo emergency brain surgery. Choi was pronounced brain-dead on January 2, 2008, and died on January 3, 2008, when he was removed from a ventilator. LeeSSang made a song dedicated to him in their 5th album called CHAMPION.
Choi Yo-sam Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Boxer |
| House | Living in own house. |
Choi Yo-sam is one of the richest Boxer from South Korea. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Choi Yo-sam 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
Choi Yo-sam (Korean: 최요삼 ; March 1, 1972 – January 3, 2008) was a Korean world boxing champion. He was born in Jeongeup, Jeollabukdo, South Korea.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
| Weight | Light flyweight |
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Who is Choi Yo-sam Dating?
According to our records, Choi Yo-sam is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Choi Yo-sam’s is not dating anyone.
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Facts & Trivia
Yves Ranked on the list of most popular Boxer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in South Korea. Choi Yo-sam celebrates birthday on October 16 of every year.