Oscar De La Hoya Is Calling It Quits

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Oscar De La Hoya is calling it quits in the
ring.
Boxing's most popular fighter announced his decision Tuesday
across the street from Staples Center, where a statue of him
stands.
De La Hoya is retiring four months after he was thoroughly
beaten by Manny Pacquiao in his fourth loss in his last seven
fights. It's been several years since De La Hoya beat a truly
daunting opponent. He finishes with a record of 39-6 and 30
knockouts.
He told an outdoor audience that he's retiring because it's not
fair to himself or the fans to continue when he can't compete at
the highest level anymore.
The native of East Los Angeles will stay involved in the sport
as a promoter with his Golden Boy Promotions company.

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