Background
He was born in Pomona, California, a city famous in pugilistic circles as a hot-bed for young boxing prospects, including Shane Mosley.
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Alberto Sandoval
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Career
He defeated amateur standout Brendan Dunne at the United States. versus Ireland duals of 1973. In May 1977, Sandoval upset title contender Paddy Maguire, the bout was held at the Grand Olympic Auditorium in Los Angeles, California.
WBC Bantamweight Championship
They fought for twelve rounds with Pintor being able to get the victory.
Achievements
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Alberto"s brother Richie Sandoval was a popular fighter of the 1980s and was the WBA Bantamweight Champion. Sandoval won the 1973 National Amateur Athletic Union Championship at Flyweight, by defeating Puerto Rican-American Claudio Rivera of the Air Force by decision. On February 9, 1982 Alberto fought then WBC Bantamweight champion, Lupe Pintor at the The Forum in Inglewood, California.
