Claressa Shields

Known As "GWOAT"
Weight Class: Women's Featherweight
Promotion: PFL
Style Summary: Legendary Boxing
Status: Pro
Birth Country: USA
Joined JW: 2020
Claressa Shields began her career as a boxer and is a two-time Olympic gold medalist in boxing, having won the women's middleweight division at the 2012 and 2016 Summer Olympics. In 2020, Shields made her professional MMA debut with the Professional Fighters League (PFL) and won her debut match against Brittney Elkin. She is known for her striking abilities and powerful punches, which have helped her win multiple championships in boxing. Apart from her successful boxing and MMA career, Shields is also a motivational speaker and an advocate for women's sports. Shields has been recognized for her achievements and was named the 2020 ESPY Female Fighter of the Year.

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