German Altamirano

Career

In January 2010 he refused an offer by Mexican amateur authorities, for an opportunity to make the 2012 Olympic team, instead he decided on a professional career. Altamírano is signed to Oscar De Louisiana Hoya"s Golden Boy Promotions. On October 4, 2010, due to discipline problems, Germán was released from his contract with Golden Boy Promotions.

Professional record.

Achievements

• Germán started boxing at the age of 10 and was a two-time Arizona amateur champion. In Arizona he fought with highly touted prospect Jose Benavidez three times, in their second fight Jorge "Maromero" Páez gave the winner a trophy. On March 27, 2010 Germán won his professional debut against veteran Rene Ruiz by first round K.O. in Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico.