Liberia, Costa Rica – Yokasta Valle has become a driving force in the Strawweight division, capturing the vacant WBC 105-pound title in a resounding victory over Mexico’ s Elizabeth Lopez Corzo. Elizabeth Lopez Corzo on Friday night. Valle, a three-division world champion, showed her skill and determination in front of an energetic crowd at Cámara de Ganaderos in Guanacaste, Costa Rica.
The judges scored the fight decisively in Valle’s favor, with scores of 100-89, 98-92 and 98-91, marking her second consecutive victory over Lopez Corzo. Valle’ s victory further solidifies her place as a prominent figure in women’s boxing, improving her record to 32-3 with 10 knockouts.
After the fight, Valle expressed his gratitude and pride for his Costa Rican roots. “Thank you Costa Rica, this is for you,” Valle said, dedicating the victory to his home country.Valle said, dedicating the victory to her home country. Born in Nicaragua and raised in Costa Rica, Valle has continually honored her dual heritage throughout her career, becoming an inspiration to fans of both nations.
At 32, Valle’ s journey through the boxing ranks is remarkable. He began his career a decade ago and since then has amassed an impressive list of titles, including the atomweight belts of the IBF, WBO and IBF Minimumweight, and the WBO and IBF Light Flyweight belts. Despite some tough losses, including one to American champion Seniesa Estrada in March 2024, Valle remains resilient and demonstrates her skill and dedication to the sport.
Valle’ s rise from a young athlete in Matagalpa, Nicaragua, to an international boxing star is marked by discipline and drive. His first fight at the age of 13 years old sparked a lifelong passion and quickly gained attention for his power and skill in the ring.
As Valle celebrates his WBC title, he cements his legacy as one of Central America‘s boxing icons, inspiring a new generation of fighters in Costa Rica and beyond in Latin America.
