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My Take
What stands out to me about Devon Alexander is the two-division accomplishment, holding unified WBC and IBF light welterweight titles before adding the IBF welterweight crown. Moving up in weight forces a fighter to rebuild everything, and doing it successfully shows real adaptability. Coming out of St. Louis, a city that doesn't hand anyone an easy path, he climbed to the top through discipline rather than hype. I find that kind of quiet, methodical career more compelling than the loud ones. Alexander earned his place through technique and grit, and that combination always commands my respect.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Devon Alexander
- Name (Japanese)
- デボン・アレクサンダー
- Reading
- でぼん・あれくさんだー
- Born
- February 10, 1987 (age 39)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Aquarius / Rabbit
- Origin
- St. Louis, Missouri, United States
- Height
- 174 cm
- Occupation
- boxer
2. Background
- High school
- Vashon High School
Awards & achievements
- WBC World Super Lightweight Champion
- IBF World Welterweight Champion
- IBF World Junior Welterweight Champion
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
Frequently asked questions
When was Devon Alexander born?
Born February 10, 1987 (age 39).
Where is Devon Alexander from?
Devon Alexander is from St. Louis, Missouri, United States.
What does Devon Alexander do?
Devon Alexander works as boxer.
How tall is Devon Alexander?
Devon Alexander is 174 cm.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-02
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.