The Cuban boxer Yordenis Ugás stated that he does not want to be remembered only for his achievements in sports, but for what he does for the freedom of his homeland.
In a message shared on his social media, Yordenis recalled that he returned to boxing eight years ago to fight against the best and become a champion, and he is leaving pages of resilience, discipline, and overcoming challenges.
"Still, if I am only remembered for being a good fighter, it means I haven't done a great job with the rest of my life," he assured on Facebook.
The boxer stated that although boxing is coming to an end, life is practically beginning and he has a lot of work ahead.
"To continue inspiring many people in my community. To be able to create jobs for my community. And above all, to continue the most important mission of my life. To be an activist, to be a fighter for the freedom of my country. I always pray to God to give me the opportunity to do something for my country. I feel that I was born for that," he said.
Ugás is a recognized activist against the communist regime of Cuba.
He uses his social media to support the causes in which his compatriots are involved to promote a change of government in Cuba, and to comment on how US policy can help achieve that goal.
In his homeland, he had a brief but fruitful career in amateur sports. He won bronze at the Beijing 2008 Olympics and was a world champion in Mianyang 2005, in addition to medals in the Central American and Pan American games.
He emigrated to the United States in March 2010, where he continued his brilliant career with significant successes, such as defeating the legend Manny Pacquiao.
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