Eloy Perez (The Prince) boxer

Eloy Pérez (October 25, 1986 – October 5, 2019) was a Mexican American professional boxer. He was signed to Oscar De La Hoya's Golden Boy Promotions. He died unexpectedly on October 5, 2019.In his amateur career Pérez went 53-5 and won a gold medal at the 2004 Ringside World Championship at lightweight.For the Floyd Mayweather vs. Shane Mosley card, he was the main sparring partner of Shane Mosley. In May 2010, Eloy beat contender Gilberto Sanchez-Leon by a ten round majority decision.On October 15, 2010 Pérez beat Dominic Salcido by a majority decision. Eloy won the WBO NABO super featherweight title.On February 25, 2012 Perez was knocked out in the fourth round by Adrien Broner as a challenger for the WBO super featherweight title. After the fight, Pérez tested positive for cocaine.