Yordenis Ugás Hernández is a Cuban boxer born on July 14, 1986, in Los Hoyos, Santiago de Cuba.
In his achievements, Ugás holds titles such as Bronze at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games; Gold at the Amateur World Championship in Mianyang 2005; Gold at the Central American and Caribbean Games in Cartagena 2006; Gold at the Pan American Games in Rio de Janeiro 2007; and Silver at the World Cup in Moscow 2005.
In March 2010, Ugás emigrated to the United States to begin a new chapter in his professional boxing career. His professional record includes 26 wins, 12 by knockout, and 4 losses.
In January 2021, he was awarded the world welterweight title after the Filipino Manny Pacquiao was declared "champion in recess."
It is common to see Yordenis on his social media supporting causes that involve Cubans in advocating for change in the Cuban government. His support for the San Isidro Movement, along with his invitation to Cuban athletes and artists in a video urging them to raise awareness about the oppressive reality on the island, has made him one of the most influential Cuban figures.
