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Olympic boxer Nesthy Petecio dedicates silver medal win to LGBTQ+ community

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Nesty Petecio has made history winning a silver medal in women’s boxing after defeating Japan’s Sena Irie in an incredible match.

Petecio dedicated her win to her country, the LGBTQ+ community, and her training coaches following the fight. Women’s Boxing has been included as part of the Olympics since 2012, however, the 2020 Tokyo Games marks the first time the sport has included a featherweight division. “I’m very proud and blessed,” Petecio told the virtual Philippine Sportswriters Association (PSA) Forum Tuesday afternoon, according to ESPN. “It was not easy getting to this stage, let alone winning an Olympic medal.” In a tearful moment, Petecio dedicated her win to her friends, family, and community: “Aside from my family and my late

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