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Part 3: Victor Ortiz on Robert Garcia Becoming His Legal Guardian to Train Him, Won 8 Titles By 16
Part 1: Victor Ortiz on Dad Having 23 Kids & Being 5th Son Named "Victor", Ending Up in Foster Care
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Victor Ortiz shared an inspiring story about his boxing career and mentorship under former heavyweight contender Ron Lyle. At 16, Ortiz moved to Denver with his sister, where he discovered a free boxing gym at the Salvation Army. Amidst juggling school, work, and babysitting his nephew, Ortiz impressed Lyle with his discipline and dedication. Lyle, a former heavyweight who once fought Muhammad Ali, was candid about his dislike for Ali, expressing his resentment over losing the match. His mentorship paid off when Ortiz won the gold medal in the Junior Olympics, solidifying his path in the boxing world.
