WBC Mourns Passing of Thierry Jacob

The World Boxing Council and its President Mauricio Sulaimán, mourn the passing of the former French world champion Thierry Jacob, at the age of 59, due to cancer that had been afffecting  him for some time.

Jacob won the WBC super bantamweight title in 1992, defeating Mexico’s Daniel Zaragoza.

Thierry turned professional in 1984, retiring a decade later with a record of 39-6, losing his WBC title in his first defense against American Tracy Harris Patterson in New York.

He was recently present at the weigh-in of Bakary Samake and Wade Ryan, who challenged for the WBC Silver title in France.

The entire WBC family sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of our beloved champion. Thierry will always be remembered.

Rest in Peace Dear Champion.