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De La Hoya Hangs Up Gloves

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(Newser) – Boxer Oscar De La Hoya called it quits today after an electrifying career, the Los Angeles Times reports. “Knowing that you’re never going to compete again is a tough decision,” said De La Hoya, 36, who earned the nickname “Golden Boy” in a victorious 1992 Olympics that launched his career. “When I cannot compete at this level, I have come to the conclusion that it is over.”

Oscar De La Hoya, right, throws a punch at WBC lightweight champion Manny Pacquiao during the third round of their welterweight boxing match.
Oscar De La Hoya, right, throws a punch at WBC lightweight champion Manny Pacquiao during the third round of their welterweight boxing match.   (AP Photo)
Oscar De La Hoya sits in his corner before the eighth round of a welterweight boxing match against WBC lightweight champion Manny Pacquiao.
Oscar De La Hoya sits in his corner before the eighth round of a welterweight boxing match against WBC lightweight champion Manny Pacquiao.   (AP Photo)
Boxer Oscar De La Hoya.
Boxer Oscar De La Hoya.   (AP Photo)
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