They clarify that Mexican taekwondo is not suspended.

Adriana Díaz Reyes

La Jornada Newspaper, Thursday, May 15, 2025, p. a11

The Mexican Taekwondo Federation (FMTCD) is not suspended. Although it was reported last Friday that the non-profit organization led by Raymundo González had received a sanction from World Taekwondo (WT), the international organization clarified that it was all a mistake .

We wish to clarify and formally confirm that the FMTKD is not suspended. Instead, the World Taekwondo Council approved the establishment of an interim body for the organization, in consultation and cooperation with the relevant local sports authorities. This measure was taken to address statutory and governance concerns related to the election process conducted last year , according to the document signed by Corbin Min, WT Deputy Secretary General.

After completing his second term as president of the FMTKD in March 2024, González called an assembly to re-elect himself to the organization, which he has led since 2016. Faced with criticism and challenges, the leader scheduled a new vote supported by the Sports Electoral Surveillance Council (Coved), in which he emerged victorious.

We sincerely regret the error in the original version of the statement and appreciate your understanding. Please be assured that the corrected version has already been published, and appropriate measures are being taken to prevent such errors in the future. If you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact us , the document sent by the WT adds.

In response to doubts about the legality of the electoral process, González asserts that his re-election until 2028 was carried out in accordance with the association's bylaws. The director continues his duties as president. Yesterday, he congratulated the cadet team for winning three medals at the World Championships.

The only association that is suspended is that of Costa Rica.

The World Taekwondo Council approved the recommendations of the Member Relations and Development Commission to suspend the Costa Rican Association and establish interim management bodies for both Costa Rica and Mexico, in consultation and cooperation with the respective local sports authorities.

▲ Jake Paul (left) and Julio César Chávez Jr. had their first face-to-face meeting yesterday ahead of their June 28 fight. Photo: AFP

Joshua Reyes Samano

La Jornada Newspaper, Thursday, May 15, 2025, p. a12

Julio César Chávez Jr. has a clear objective for his fight with YouTuber Jake Paul on June 28 at the Honda Center in California. "I want to dedicate this fight to boxing so that it continues to receive the respect it deserves," he declared in his first face-to-face with the American, broadcast live on DAZN. His opponent, with the irreverent and brash style that characterizes his content on social media, held nothing back and made personal attacks on the Mexican, in addition to expressing his intention to become a world champion.

The son of the legend admitted a few weeks ago that he squandered the prestige he inherited along with his name, a career that promised better places, and threw his own reputation away. Now he's trying to regain his place in the boxing world with the media boost from Paul, whom he accuses of not having a single resounding victory.

"He's never fought anyone like me. Mike Tyson, despite being a great champion, was no longer an active boxer. In this sport, you learn step by step, and he's missing several ," said the boxer, who attended the event accompanied by his father.

In response to the Mexican's repeated comments about his rival, whom he describes as not being a real boxer , he was asked about his reasons for accepting the fight.

He's missing something; he's a youngster who's starting out and is strong. It's not that he doesn't know how to do it. People are interested, and we're even more so, because every boxer is attracted by big purses and wants to be in the big events; and this fight has the ingredients, and we have to respect it.

Fourteen years ago, the Chávez heir seemed to be taking off in a wake that took advantage of the privileges of being the son of the greatest Mexican boxing idol. He was world middleweight champion in 2011, but a year later his reign ended when Argentine Sergio Maravilla Martínez defeated him to regain the WBC belt.

He tells me he has a good reputation, but I don't. I don't know what he's talking about, if I'm a real boxer. To be a world champion, you need discipline, something that isn't required to fight some idiot , the Mexican maintained.

Paul, 28, who defeated Tyson, 58, in 2024 in front of more than 70,000 fans at the Dallas Cowboys Stadium in a match that was broadcast live on Netflix, also has a victory over former Brazilian mixed martial arts fighter Anderson Silva, who defeated Chávez Jr. in 2021.

Mexicans love me more than him. I feel like I'll be the home team, and as soon as I beat him, everyone will discredit my victory, but I'm going to expose and humiliate him , Paul emphasized. That's why I'm here, to be a champion and one of the best. From coming from Disney and YouTube to ending up in one of the coolest stories a boxer can have , he added when asked if he would challenge Gilberto Zurdo Ramírez, who was present at the press conference before his fight with Cuban Yuniel Dorticos.

In an attempt to get attention, one can use cheap shots. Paul reached that point by mocking the addictions Junior is in recovery from. "I could beat you and your dad in one night ," he said, pointing directly at Chávez Jr. after repeatedly attacking him.

In the past, I was careless; everyone knows about my excesses. I had a bad life, and that's why I didn't perform. I've been clean for a year and a half, substance-free. Life is very nice when you're healthy, being able to have a good conversation, because many in this profession can't do that anymore. And after so many years of being lazy, I have a great opportunity to come back , the fellow countryman recounted a few weeks ago.

The presence of the Mexican boxing idol did not go unnoticed and he explained that it had been a long time since he had seen such positive physical preparation from his son for a fight.

"He's admired for what he's done, and he's respected for not being a fighter who started young and has somehow garnered worldwide attention. Boxing-wise, if he were my son, I'd have no doubt I'd beat him. Yes, he looks tough, but that doesn't mean anything. In the ring, you need to know how to box and fight ," commented Julio César Chávez Sr.

I find it funny that your dad is speaking for you. I didn't know it was Bring Him to Work Day. You're nothing without him. I promise you, sir, this fight will end like always, with your hands on your face in disappointment.

From the editorial staff

La Jornada Newspaper, Thursday, May 15, 2025, p. a12

The reigning NBA champion Boston Celtics regained their mojo and kept their hopes of reaching the Eastern Conference finals alive after beating the New York Knicks 127-102 to cut their series deficit to 3-2.

Derrick White and Jaylen Brown led the Monarchs' offense. White had an unforgettable night at TD Garden with 34 points, three rebounds, and two assists; Brown, meanwhile, had 26 points, eight rebounds, and 12 assists.

In the absence of Jayson Tatum, Brown is the team's current center of gravity. The home team's number 7 was the best player in last year's Finals and excelled in front of his home crowd yesterday.

Payton Pritchard and Jrue Holiday contributed 17 and 14 points for the hosts, respectively.

Another surprise for the Celtics was Luke Kornet; the 7-foot-10 center became a defensive wall with his seven blocks and his intimidating effect on New York's offense.

The game was tied at halftime before the Celtics had a dominant third quarter, leading by 15 points entering the fourth.

Boston held the lead this time, winning by 25 points, and didn't let up late as they had in previous games in the series.

The Celtics were able to overcome the absence of their star player, Tatum, who suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon in the closing moments of Game 4. The player was ruled out of the remainder of the playoffs , and his participation in the start of the 2025-26 season is uncertain.

For the Knicks, Josh Hart stood out with 24 points, seven rebounds, and two assists; Jalen Brunson added 22 points, one rebound, and six assists.

Boston came into yesterday's game on the back foot, as no team has come back from 3-1 down since Denver did it twice in 2020. Before that, Cleveland came back against Golden State in the 2016 NBA Finals.

Only 14 times in the league's history have they come from behind in a tie from 3-1 down.

Game six will be played on Friday in New York.

With information from AFP

▲ Mexican Santiago Giménez and his team, Milan, suffered a major setback when they lost the Coppa Italia to Bologna, ending a 51-year wait for a prestigious trophy with a 1-0 victory at Rome's Stadio Olimpico. Dan Ndoye scored the winning goal for the Rossoblù , which also secured their Europa League spot. The tricolor could do little in the duel, coming on as a substitute in the 62nd minute and putting in a mediocre performance. Photo AFP

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