The WBC has congratulated women's world heavyweight and multi-division champion Claressa “The GWOAT” Shields, following her announcement of a multi-fight promotional partnership. Reports state the deal comes with a minimum guaranteed of $8 million from Wynn Records and Salita Promotions, marking a milestone in the history of women’s boxing. Shileds has been with Salita for several years already. The agreement establishes a unique collaboration between an entertainment powerhouse (Wynn Records) and a world-class promoter (Salita Promotions), with the goal of elevating the profile of Shields and the sport of boxing through cross-promotional opportunities. Dmitry Salita, President of Salita Promotions, stated that the goal is to “combine boxing, culture, and music to elevate the sport and its athletes beyond the traditional sports pages,” creating a future model for the industry. Shields’ next bout is scheduled for the first quarter of 2026.