Siriporn Thaweesuk
Siriporn Thaweesuk (often known by her name in the ring, Samson) (born 26 April 1983) is a female light-flyweight boxing champion (western boxing, not Muay Thai), from Thailand.
Thaweesuk won the title while serving a prison sentence, and was granted an early release from Thai prison after winning a world title, having been promised such prior to her victory. Originally a ten-year sentence, Thaweesuk served seven years.[1]
She defeated Japan's in a title fight, which was held in a prison yard boxing ring.
References[]
- ^ "Thai prisoner boxes for freedom". BBC News. 3 April 2007. Retrieved October 18, 2011.
- "Thai female boxing champion released from jail after winning world title". International Herald Tribune. 2007-07-13. Retrieved 2008-10-28.
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