Happy Birthday, Claressa Shields!

The World Boxing Council and its President, Mauricio Sulaimán, today join the global celebration for the birthday of a woman who has redefined the boundaries of excellence in the ring: the triple undisputed champion and pride of Flint, Michigan, Claressa Shields.

Born on March 17th, Shields not only shares her birthday with St. Patrick’s Day but also seems to have been born with the fortune and grit of the chosen few. From her very beginnings, Claressa made it clear that her destiny was not simply to compete, but to dominate.

To speak of Claressa Shields is to speak of an unprecedented career: a two-time Olympic Gold Medalist (London 2012 and Rio 2016) and the first boxer in the four-belt era to become an undisputed champion in three different weight divisions. Her nickname, “G.W.O.A.T.” (Greatest Woman of All Time), is not just a label; it is a reality backed by impeccable technique, electrifying speed, and unbreakable confidence.

Claressa has proudly worn the Green and Gold belt, proving that women’s boxing has the power to headline the world’s biggest cards and capture the eyes of millions of fans.

Outside the ring, Shields has become a powerful voice for equality in sports and an inspiration for young female athletes worldwide. Her story of overcoming adversity—rising from the tough streets of Flint to the pinnacle of world boxing—is a testament to resilience and discipline that the WBC recognizes and applauds.

Happy Birthday, Champ!