Javier Castillejo is recognized as “Hero of Humanity” by the WBC

The World Boxing Council awards former world champion, from Spain, Javier Castillejo, with the “Heroes of Humanity” distinction, for his courage and resolute determination in the face of the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.

Castillejo enlisted as a Red Cross volunteer to help  with the elderly in Parla, Madrid; doing their shopping, bringing them food and medicine and offering them every support they need in these difficult, challenging times.

Castillejo is still linked to his sport, by teaching at the boxing school that bears his name, in Parla. Now that his school has temporarily closed its doors, the “Lynx of Parla” is waging this new fight, specifically focused on selflessly helping others.

It is such kindnesses that hold bond, and inspire us, to continue waging this battle together.

We invite everyone in the world boxing community to nominate anyone who deserves this recognition. Please send an email to president@wbcboxing.com explaining all the details.

Castillejo now joins Jose Carlos Ramirez, Manny Pacquiao, Amir Khan, Erik Morales and Kim Clavel, in receive this designation.