Lester Martínez has quickly risen to become one of the most exciting names in Latin American boxing. The Guatemalan fighter has built a 19-fight undefeated record in the professional ranks while holding regional titles like the WBC and WBO Latino super middleweight belts. His performances have placed him firmly on the global boxing map.

So what’s his story? What are his origins? Where exactly does Lester Martínez come from, and how did his roots shape the fighter he is today?

What is Lester Martinez’s ethnicity and nationality?

Martinez was born on 17 October 1995 in Melchor de Mencos, Peten. His family had to relocate to San Benito soon after, where he found his interest in sports. Regardless, his allegiance lay with his homeland, Guatemala. He won gold at the Central American and Cari

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