A day after Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez suffered defeat against Terence Crawford in Las Vegas, the Mexican boxer reappeared on social media to share his first words following the loss of all his super middleweight titles. His message sparked countless reactions, including one from Formula 1 driver Sergio “Checo” Pérez, who publicly showed his support.

How did Canelo Álvarez lose to Crawford?

The highly anticipated bout at the Allegiant Stadium ended with a decision victory for Crawford, who dictated the pace of the fight and managed to surprise Álvarez at different stages. Canelo, who struggled to connect cleanly, ultimately surrendered his belts in what became one of the most significant results in recent boxing history.

For Crawford, the triumph solidified his place among the sport’s elite, while for Canelo it represented a painful setback, ending his unbeaten run in the division and shaking up the balance of power in the super middleweight class.

What did Canelo Álvarez say after the fight?

Through his social media accounts, Álvarez expressed gratitude and humility in defeat:
“I feel very proud of everything I’ve achieved so far; of course, you always want to win, but I accept this defeat with humility and learning. I’m very thankful to my team for all the sacrifices we’ve made together over the years.”

The boxer also took a moment to dedicate words to his wife, Fernanda, thanking her for her unconditional support throughout his journey. Canelo ended his post with a powerful statement of national pride: “¡Viva México, Cabrones!” — an expression that resonated strongly with his fans.

What was Checo Pérez’s response?

The post quickly attracted waves of encouragement from fans and fellow athletes. Among the most notable came from Checo Pérez, the Mexican driver currently competing with Cadillac in the WEC. “Bravo Canelo! What a way to carry yourself, like a true professional. Very proud of you,” Pérez commented, reinforcing the bond between two of Mexico’s most iconic sporting figures.