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The Cuban boxer Robeisy Ramírez, a two-time Olympic champion and former professional world champion, announced this Monday that he has received United States citizenship and celebrated it with a message on his social media.
In a post on , Ramírez wrote: “Cuba will always live in my heart, but today I celebrate and embrace the citizenship of the nation that serves as a beacon of freedom for the world: the United States of America.”
The boxer stated that he dreams of the day when "every Cuban, whether a boxer, worker, student, or family member, can pursue their dreams without obstacles or humiliations from a regime that only knows how to repress and make its people suffer."
In his message, he recalled his humble origins on the island and the journey he has taken: “From a childhood full of dreams in Cuba to becoming a double Olympic champion and finding in the U.S. the freedom and opportunity to give my family a better future.”
Ramírez concluded with a straightforward political statement: “Down with the dictatorship and all dictators! God Bless the USA!”
The boxer is part of the long list of Cuban athletes who have chosen to settle in the United States in search of freedom and better opportunities, in a context where the Donald Trump administration has maintained a critical discourse towards the Havana regime, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio has insisted on increasing international pressure against the Cuban government.
In June, the two-time Olympic champion and former professional world champion recovered from the eye injury that forced him to withdraw from his last fight.
In 2023, the Cuban boxer recited part of the national anthem at the end of his match in Japan for the World Featherweight Championship of the World Boxing Organization (WBO), where he achieved an undisputed victory.
After the Castro regime managed to prevent the national anthem from being played and the national flag from being displayed during the fight, the boxer wanted to show that patriotic symbols do not belong to any ideology.
"To battle, run, Cubans, for the homeland looks upon you with pride, do not fear a glorious death, for to die for the homeland is to live. Homeland and Life and freedom for my Cuba," he exclaimed, still not stepping down from the ring.
Frequently Asked Questions about Robeisy Ramírez and his U.S. Citizenship
Why did Robeisy Ramírez decide to obtain U.S. citizenship?
Robeisy Ramírez, the Cuban boxer and two-time Olympic champion, decided to obtain U.S. citizenship because he views the United States as a beacon of freedom for the world. Ramírez expressed his hope that one day all Cubans can pursue their dreams without the restrictions of the Cuban regime.
What has Robeisy Ramírez's journey been like from Cuba to becoming a U.S. citizen?
Robeisy Ramírez began his career in Cuba, where he had a humble yet hopeful childhood. After becoming a double Olympic champion, he found freedom and the opportunity to provide a better future for his family in the United States. During his time in the U.S., he has continued his successful professional boxing career.
What political message did Robeisy Ramírez send after obtaining U.S. citizenship?
Robeisy Ramírez delivered a powerful political message by criticizing the Cuban regime. In his statements, he expressed his desire for Cubans to live without the obstacles or humiliations imposed by the regime, and concluded with a clear "Down with the dictatorship and all dictators!" as well as blessing the United States.
What is the current status of Robeisy Ramírez's sports career?
Robeisy Ramírez has fully recovered from an eye injury he sustained in a previous fight and is ready to return to boxing. Although he has not yet confirmed the details of his comeback, his determination is to come back stronger and reclaim his throne in the world of boxing.
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