Santiago Domingo Lucas (born December 20, 1966, in Norzagaray, Bulacan), known professionally as Pretty Boy Lucas is a retired Filipino professional boxer who competed from 1983 to 1995, challenging for the world title to four times in the 1980s and the 1990s but not successful.[1]

Pretty Boy Lucas
Born
Santiago Domingo Lucas

(1966-12-20) December 20, 1966 (age 57)
NationalityPhilippines Filipino
Other namesPretty Boy
Statistics
Weight(s)Mini flyweight
Light flyweight
Flyweight
Height5 ft 5 in (1.65 m)
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights43
Wins34
Wins by KO10
Losses7
Draws2

Pugilistic career

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Lucas went pro in late 1983 include won the Philippines mini flyweight (105 lbs) champion. He had the opportunity to challenge for the vacant IBF mini flyweight world title against Thai boxer Samuth Sithnaruepol on March 24, 1988, at Rajadamnern Stadium, Bangkok.[2]

Undefeated Lucas, who wore navy blue trunks with white diagonal bar, fought well and can punch the right fist to the opponent's chin until staggers in the first round. Unfortunately, in the 11th round, he was beaten by Sithnaruepol's fist as a result, his right eyebrow seriously bleed. The bout had to end when the doctor didn't allow him to continue fighting and made him lose. Although Thai boxer was the victor and became the new champion, the spectators shouted "Khi khong Khi khong Khi khong" (Thai: ขี้โกง ขี้โกง ขี้โกง; literally: "cheating cheating cheating") to express their dissatisfaction with the decision.[2]

Two years later, he returned to Thailand to challenge the world title in the same weight class and same organization with the new champion Fahlan Lukmingkwan on December 20, 1990, Lucas's 24th birthday. The result was a draw.

On March 16, 1992, Lucas had the opportunity to challenge the world title for the third time with Ricardo López the unbeaten Mexican champion in Mexico City. He was the unanimous loser.

Subsequently, he promoted to the flyweight (112 lbs) to challenge the WBO world title with South Africa's Jacob Matlala on October 15, 1994. Lacus was the unanimous loser again.

His last bout took place on February 20, 1995, in Tokyo, Japan when losing by technical knockout in the 10th round to Chang Jae Kwon from South Korea. He was so injured in the fight that he had to undergo two brain surgeries, therefore had to retire by default. Pretty Boy Lucas record for 43 fights is 34 wins (10 on knockouts), 7 losses (2 on knockouts), and 2 draws.[1][3]

Professional boxing record

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43 fights 34 wins 7 losses
By knockout 10 2
By decision 24 5
Draws 2
No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, Time Date Location Notes
43 Loss 34–7–2 Chang Jae Kwon TKO 9 (10) 20 Feb 1995 Tokyo, Japan
42 Loss 34–6–2 Jacob Matlala UD 12 15 Oct 1994 Superbowl, Sun City, South Africa For WBO flyweight title
41 Win 34–5–2 Alpong Navaja UD 10 28 May 1994 Elorde Sports Center, Parañaque City, Philippines
40 Loss 33–5–2 Tomonori Tamura PTS 10 21 Mar 1984 Tokyo, Japan
39 Win 33–4–2 Genyu Maeshiro UD 10 12 Dec 1993 Tokyo, Japan
38 Win 32–4–2 Ali Moril TKO 10 (10) 2:51 22 Sep 1993 Elorde Sports Center, Parañaque City, Philippines
37 Win 31–4–2 Nikki Maca UD 10 20 May 1993 Cuneta Astrodome, Pasay City, Philippines
36 Win 30–4–2 Javier Barguez SD 12 20 Mar 1993 Merida, Yucatán, Mexico
35 Win 29–4–2 Alfredo Xeque UD 12 16 Dec 1992 Campeche City, Campeche, Mexico
34 Win 28–4–2 Samanchai Chalermsri TD 7 (10) 26 Sep 1992 Ninoy Aquino Stadium, District of Malate, Manila, Philippines Samanchai fractures Right hand in Round 1
33 Loss 27–4–2 Oh Kwang-soo TD 6 (10) 2:05 12 Jul 9192 Wonkwang University, Iksan, South Korea
32 Loss 27–3–2 Ricardo López UD 10 16 Mar 1992 Fronton Mexico, Mexico City, Mexico For WBC minimumweight title
31 Loss 27–2–2 Manny Melchor SD 10 13 Dec 1991 Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, Manila, Philippines
30 Win 27–1–2 Lorenzo Lopez UD 10 4 Oct 1991 Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Honolulu, U.S.A.
29 Win 26–1–2 Edgar Decena UD 10 9 May 1991 Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Honolulu, U.S.A.
28 Draw 25–1–2 Fahlan Sakkreerin SD 12 20 Dec 1990 Rajadamnern Stadium, Bangkok, Thailand For IBF minimumweight title
27 Win 25–1–1 Yasuo Yogi UD 10 23 Jun 1990 Ninoy Aquino Stadium, District of Malate, Manila, Philippines
26 Win 24–1–1 Nico Thomas RTD 7 (10) 3:00 16 Mar 1990 Ninoy Aquino Stadium, District of Malate, Manila, Philippines
25 Win 23–1–1 Elson Duran UD 12 21 Oct 1989 Rizal Memorial Coliseum, Manila, Philippines Retained Philippine Games and Amusements Board(GAB) Philippino minimumweight title
24 Win 22–1–1 Fred Tepait UD 10 24 Jun 1989 Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, Manila, Philippines
23 Win 21–1–1 Myung Kyu Lee RTD 6 (10) 3:00 16 Dec 1988 Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, Manila, Philippines
22 Win 20–1–1 Titing Dignos UD 12 22 Oct 1988 Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, Manila, Philippines Retained Philippines Games and Amusements Board(GAB) Philippino minimumweight title
21 Win 19–1–1 Wisanuchai Kiatsonthaya TKO 2 (10) 1 Sep 1988 Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, Manila, Philippines
20 Win 18–1–1 Sang Yun Hang KO 7 (10) 10 Jun 1988 Araneta Coliseum, Barangay Cubao, Quezon City, Philippines
19 Loss 17–1–1 Samuth Sithnaruepol TKO 11 (15) 2:11 24 Mar 1988 Rajadamnern Stadium, Bangkok, Thailand For vacant IBF minimumweight title;Stoppage win for Sithnaruepol after Lucas was deemed unfit to Continue from a Cut over his Right eye Caused by a Punch.
18 Win 17–0–1 Rizaldy Ocampo TKO 6 (12) 2:49 28 Oct 1987 Elorde Sports Center, Parañaque City, Philippines Retained Philippine Games & Amusements Board(GAB) Philippino minimumweight title
17 Win 16–0–1 Boy Selda TKO 9 (10) 2:25 3 Jul 1987 Del Monte Cockpit, Malabon City, Philippines
16 Win 15–0–1 Boy Selda TD 4 (10) 6 Mar 1987 Del Monte Cockpit, Malabon City, Philippines
15 Win 14–0–1 Jun Afable UD 12 8 Nov 1986 Manila Midtown Ramada Hotel - Malate, Malate, Manila, Philippines Won Philippine Games & Amusements Board(GAB) Philippino minimumweight title
14 Win 13–0–1 Jun Altarejos UD 10 5 Jul 1986 University of Life Training & Recreational Arena(ULTRA), Pasig City, Philippines
13 Win 12–0–1 Robert Palarit TD 8 (10) 21 Feb 1986 University of Life Training & Recreational Arena(ULTRA), Pasig City, Philippines
12 Draw 11–0–1 Rex Rapiso TD 3 (10) 20 Dec 1985 Tayuman, District of Santa Cruz, Manila, Philippines
11 Win 11–0 Ed Hemo UD 10 26 Oct 1985 Barangay Santa Quiteria, Caloocan City, Philippines
10 Win 10–0 Tito Abella UD 10 30 Aug 1985 District of Novaliches, Quezon City, Philippines
9 Win 9–0 Robert Palarit UD 10 27 Jul 1985 Malabon City, Metro Manila, Philippines
8 Win 8–0 Lou Marabe Jr. UD 8 1 Jun 1985 Barangay Dampalit, Malabon City, Philippines
7 Win 7–0 Steve Ponan TKO 7 (8) 8 May 1985 Del Monte Cockpit, Malabon City, Philippines
6 Win 6–0 Felipe Brazil UD 6 32 Aug 1984 Tayuman, District of Santa Cruz, Manila, Philippines
5 Win 5–0 Danny Duran UD 6 27 Jul 1984 Tayuman, District of Santa Cruz, Manila, Philippines
4 Win 4–0 Leonardo Saonoy TKO 1 (6) 27 Apr 1984 Tayuman, District of Santa Cruz, Manila, Philippines
3 Win 3–0 Mohamed Raffi TKO 3 (4) 31 Mar 1984 Malabon City, Metro Manila, Philippines
2 Win 2–0 Felipe Brazil UD 4 18 Feb 1984 Malabon City, Metro Manila, Philippines
1 Win 1–0 Alex DeLaFlor UD 4 11 Nov 1983 Tayuman, District of Santa Cruz, Manila, Philippines Professional Debut

References

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  1. ^ a b "Boxer-turned-tanod seeks gov't, Pacquiao aid". ABS-CBN News. 2010-03-11. Retrieved 2022-05-30.
  2. ^ a b It all about me (2020-06-16). "Samuth Sithnaruepol vs Pretty Boy Lucas (สมุทร ศิษย์นฤพนธ์ - พริตตี้ บอย ลูคัส)". YouTube (in Thai). Retrieved 2022-05-30.
  3. ^ "Pretty Boy Lucas - BoxRec".
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