Yurik Mamedov became the new World Boxing Association (WBA) continental lightweight champion after defeating Javier Clavero by unanimous decision on Monday at the Palais des Festivals, in Cannes, France. 

The Frenchman got the judges’ scorecards of 99-91, 98-92 and 96-94 to take another step in his career and continue to look for big opportunities in the 135-pound division. 

Mamedov has become a globetrotter and has made his career between the United States and Latin America, so returning to his native country was a special occasion and he took advantage of it in front of his people to win the regional crown of the pioneer organization.

The new champion left his record at 16 wins, 2 losses and 7 knockouts. Clavero now has 30 wins, 10 losses and 7 knockouts.