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Pedro Morales was the first Latino to hold which title?

  • Intercontinental Championship

  • World Heavyweight Championship

  • United States Championship

  • Triple Crown Champion

Answer

World Heavyweight Championship boxing is the answer. Pedro Morales made history as the first Latino to win the title when he defeated Ken Norton by a unanimous decision in 1980. This victory was a significant milestone for the representation and success of Latinos in the prestigious world of professional boxing.
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