Turki Alalshikh Plans Astonishing Boxing Event at Alcatraz Prison

Bringing Boxing to Historic Sites

Turki Alalshikh, the Saudi boxing chief, is aiming to host a remarkable boxing event at the historic Alcatraz Prison. He is working on bringing WBO and Ring junior welterweight champion Teofimo Lopez to defend his titles at this iconic location.

Alcatraz Island: A Unique Venue

Alcatraz Island, known for its infamous prison that operated from 1859 to 1963, is now being considered as a venue for a world-class boxing championship. Alalshikh is eyeing June or July for this unique event, which would be part of a three-fight collaboration between Top Rank and The Ring.

Expanding Ambitions

Aside from Alcatraz, Alalshikh has even grander plans for future boxing events. He envisions fights in various extraordinary locations like mountains, the Pyramids in Mexico, the Eiffel Tower in France, and even the Colosseum in Italy.

Teofimo Lopez's Next Defense

Teofimo Lopez, the 27-year-old champion, is gearing up to defend his titles this summer. The opponent for the Alcatraz event is yet to be confirmed, but boxing fans can expect an unforgettable showdown in a truly unique setting.