Randy Griffin (born June 7, 1976) is a professional Boxing. While best known as a middleweight, he began as a light heavyweight Gregg, Steve. Ward Outbattles Burton in War . The Boxing Times. July 13, 2001. Accessed November 11, 2007. and worked his way down in weight class. Griffin unsuccessfully challenged for the WBA Middleweight title on October 20, 2007, managing a draw against defending champion Felix Sturm, but losing against him July 5, 2008.Associated Press. Sturm draws vs. Griffin, keeps title . Sports Illustrated. October 21, 2007. Accessed November 11, 2007. [1] Fight News. Sturm defeats Griffin in heated rematch. Saturday, July 5, 2008. Accessed July 5, 2008. http://www.fightnews.com/fightnews_2/headlines//EkEVkAFZEyLuOJrveJ.html
As an amateur Griffin was the 1997 and 1999 Pennsylvania State Golden Gloves champion.Golden Gloves Champions year by year. Accessed November 12, 2007. http://www.pagoldengloves.com/90.html He also competed in the 1998 Goodwill Games, in the 75 kg weight class, losing to Jean-Paul Mendy of France in the quarterfinals.CNNSI. Goodwill Games Results July 27, 1998. Accessed November 11, 2007. [2]
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