Today celebrate one more year of life two allies of the WBA boxing family, the South African and cornerstone of the directory, the international referee Stanley Christodoulou and the former World champion Felix Sturm. Our warmest fraternal greetings to both of them.

Christodoulou, who has more than 200 fights as boxing official turns 70 years. He was boxer from 1963 to 1973, when he retired and assumed responsibilities as the authority in the ring. He has also been judge, and serves as WBA Regional Advisor. Stanley is a tireless worker trying to keep boxing alive in the African continent.

The German Felix Sturm, celebrates his 35 birthday. He was a star in amateur boxer in his country with Olympic experience and in professional boxing he has conquered three world titles.

Congratulations to both WBA allies.