Former 108-pound champion Germán Torres is in stable condition and recovering smoothly after successfully undergoing a catheterization procedure at a hospital in Celaya, Mexico. The medical procedure was performed after Torres suffered a mild heart attack. Thanks to the prompt attention of the medical staff, the procedure was completed without complications. The WBC states that Torres is currently out of danger, with an excellent prognosis, and remains under routine observation.

 

Torres has a career mark of 63-13-4 in a career that spanned 1975 to 1994. reached the pinnacle of his career in December 1988, crowning himself WBC light flyweight champion after a road victory over Soon Jung Kang in South Korea. His championship was the culmination of a career defined by tenacity, having fought historic battles against the world’s best fighters of his era. He lost the title in his first defense, getting stopped by Yul Woo Lee, also in Korea.

 

Boxingtalk wishes German Torres a full and speedy recovery.