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Ivorian Boxing Legend Celebrated at Abidjan Jubilee

Published August 23, 2026 · Updated August 23, 2026 · RFI

Ivorian boxing legend Séa Robinson was celebrated at a jubilee event in Abidjan, 50 years after his historic fight against world champion Elisha O'Bed.

On August 22, Abidjan honored 81-year-old boxing legend Séa Robinson with a jubilee celebration at the Palais des Sports, the same venue where he fought world champion Elisha O'Bed in April 1976. Robinson narrowly lost that super-welterweight title bout by decision. milkshakeslot.com

The event featured nine boxing matches and paid tribute to Robinson's legacy in Ivorian boxing, celebrating his contribution to the sport despite the close defeat in his championship bid.

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