The⁣ Next Generation: Emiliano Vargas Carries on the ⁤Legacy of His Father

As the son of former junior middleweight champion Fernando Vargas, 19-year-old Emiliano Vargas has big shoes to fill. But with his impressive record of 8-0 (7 KOs), it’s clear that he’s‍ well on his⁣ way to making a name for himself in the boxing‌ world.

Emiliano’s father was known‍ for his ⁤fiery personality and⁣ exciting fights, and ​it seems that his son has inherited‍ that same passion ⁤for the sport. In an interview with Kosport Magazine, Emiliano ‌shared, ‍”I know the man who I step inside with⁤ wants ⁤to⁢ take my health ‌away from me. I ⁤know that. If they‍ want ‍to talk, I can talk too. I have that side in me, and I get that ⁣from my ​dad being⁣ who he is.”

But while​ he may have inherited his father’s intensity, Emiliano⁢ is determined to⁢ make his own‍ mark in the ring. He said, “There is only one Fernando ‌Vargas. I⁢ will never try to be like him or have that⁢ chip on my shoulder, but ⁣I‍ will never be​ disrespected.”

Emiliano’s father was a boxing⁣ cult hero, ⁣involved in some classic​ fights and memorable rivalries. When asked​ about his‍ father’s career, Emiliano said,‌ “I look back on his career, and​ I feel he was a voice for most Mexicans.⁣ He was here⁤ as a second generation. He wanted it all, and he was coming for it all, and‌ he didn’t care if he⁣ took bumps along the way. I think he represented our culture beautifully and I want‌ to do the same.”

But Emiliano is not just representing his‍ Mexican heritage, he’s also proud to⁢ be American. He ​said, “I do not ‍mind ⁢if they say that I am Mexican⁢ or the U.S. At the end of the day, I am grateful ‌to be Mexican ⁢and American, ‌so I represent both sides. ‌Every time I fight, you⁤ will see that.”

Emiliano’s father‍ may ‌have been known for his explosive fights, but⁤ Emiliano is determined to make his ⁤own mark with his flashy boxing style. He said, “My dad⁣ threw something like over 1,000 punches in [the Ike Quartey] fight. He boxed well and was able to out-jab ‌the jabber because Quartey did‍ have a⁤ really​ beautiful jab.”

With his impressive ⁣record​ and flashy style, Emiliano is quickly making a name for himself⁢ in the lightweight ⁤division. But with ​that success comes added pressure, as he carries on​ the legacy of⁤ his famous surname.

Emiliano acknowledges the‍ pressure, but he also knows that he has the support of his family behind him. He said,⁤ “My family⁣ is the biggest⁣ strength I ⁤have. I have two very loving parents who will support me‍ in ‍anything I want to​ do. My‍ brothers, too, I know that they will catch a bullet for me and I would do​ the same for them.”

As for ‌his future goals, Emiliano has his sights set on a world title in​ 2024. He said, “All the fighters at 135 ⁣or 140 can get‍ it but ‍I⁤ know that⁤ they are going to‌ be​ in line to fight for world titles, too. So if there are guys⁤ in the way,⁣ they are in my way, ​so let’s make ‍something happen.”

With his determination and talent, it’s clear that Emiliano Vargas is a rising star in the world ⁢of ⁤boxing. ‍And while ‍he ‍may⁤ have a famous last name, he’s determined to make a name for himself ⁣on his own terms. ‌As⁢ he said, “I believe I ⁤am⁤ one of those great fighters and I have ‍sparred with these dudes at 135 and 140. ⁤I have tested my skills against the ‌very best, and I know ‌I can compete with them, and I feel I ⁤can⁤ dominate at this level.”