Germany’s Gerardo Atti has written a new chapter in his remarkable career, capturing the WBC MuayThai Heavyweight World Title with a hard-fought third-round TKO victory over Spain’s Simon Mendes in a thrilling championship contest in Usedom.
It was a fantastic showdown between two true warriors, with both men giving everything inside the ring and delivering a high-intensity, uncompromising battle for the world crown.
The contest was brought to a halt in round three on the advice of the ringside doctor, after Mendes sustained a deep cut. The referee immediately stepped in to stop the fight, ensuring the safety of the challenger following an action-packed and courageous performance.
With the victory, Atti now becomes a two-weight WBC MuayThai world champion, having previously reigned as the WBC MuayThai Cruiserweight World Champion. His rise to the heavyweight summit is a testament to his discipline, resilience and constant evolution as an elite international competitor.
Full credit must also go to Simon Mendes, who came to fight from the opening bell and showed outstanding heart and determination throughout the contest. His fearless approach and willingness to trade with one of Europe’s most accomplished fighters made this world title bout a memorable encounter for fans in attendance.
Congratulations to Gerardo Atti and his team on a historic achievement — and sincere respect to Simon Mendes for a brave and warrior-like challenge on the world stage.
