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Why Mexico Never Abandoned Julio César Chávez: The Boxing Legend Explains His Unbreakable Bond With Fans - INTERVIEW

For more than four decades, Mexico has remained in Julio César Chávez's corner. The former world champion survived defeats, addiction, family turmoil and years of public controversy without losing his place among the country's most beloved sports figures. During an interview promoting his new ViX documentary series, Chávez vs. Chávez,…

Latin Times · Sep 11

Omar Chávez Arrested in Mexico as Julio César Chávez Family Faces Another Legal Blow

Omar Chávez, the boxer son of Mexican legend Julio César Chávez, was arrested Wednesday in Culiacán, Sinaloa, in a domestic violence case, marking the latest legal crisis for one of the most famous families in Latin American boxing.

Latin Times · May 21

Julio César Chávez Says Son Was Pressured Once to Act as Sinaloa Cartel Enforcer

"My son did not want to, but he said, 'Okay, I will hit him once, but forgive him.' He gave the person a light tap, and because of that they let him go," Julio César Chávez said.

Latin Times · Nov 9, 2025

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Julio César Chávez Calls 'El Chapo' Guzmán and 'El Mayo' Zambada 'Extremely Fine People' in Recent Interview

"They are extremely fine people, good people, good folks," Chávez said. "I have met everyone, including Amado Carrillo Fuentes and many others, and they are all extremely fine people. At least with me. What they do otherwise, I do not know."

Latin Times · Nov 8, 2025

Julio César Chávez Backs Son Amid Drug Trafficking Probe: 'If He Was a Narco, I'd Put Him in Jail Myself'

"Everyone who knows my son Julio knows perfectly well that he is not connected to a drug cartel or weapons or anything like that. Has he had addiction problems? Yes, indeed, just like me. But he is fighting it," Chávez Sr. said.

Latin Times · Oct 15, 2025

Julio César Chávez Jr. to Return to the Ring in December Despite Facing Organized Crime Trial in Mexico

Julio César Chávez Jr., eldest son of the Mexican boxing legend Julio César Chávez, is set to step back into the ring on December 13 in San Luis Potosí, even as he remains on probation while facing trial for organized crime and arms trafficking.

Latin Times · Sep 24, 2025

Inside Cefereso 11, the Fortress Prison that Housed Julio César Chávez Jr. and Mexico's Most Dangerous Criminals

Julio César Chávez Jr., the son of the former boxing champion, was deported from the U.S. and transferred to Cefereso 11.

Latin Times · Sep 9, 2025

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Julio César Chávez Jr. Returns to Boxing Gym in Mexico Just 48 Hours After Release

The controversial son of legendary Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez was conditionally released over the weekend after a judge ruled he could continue his trial at liberty. Julio César Chávez Jr. faces charges related to his alleged association with the Sinaloa Cartel.

Latin Times · Aug 26, 2025

Lawyer Of Julio César Chávez Jr. Explains Why He Was Released From Prison While Awaiting For Trial

Julio César Chávez Jr. is accused of taking part in the illicit trafficking of firearms into Mexico on behalf of the Sinaloa Cartel.

Latin Times · Aug 26, 2025

Boxing Star Julio César Chávez Jr. Walks Free While Awaiting Trial in Mexico. Where Is He Now?

According to his attorney, Rubén Benítez Álvarez, Chávez, the son of legendary champion Julio César Chávez, is facing charges of organized crime for allegedly taking part, without leadership, administration, or direction, in the clandestine trafficking of firearms into Mexico. Julio César Chávez Jr. was released this weekend.

Latin Times · Aug 25, 2025

Boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. released from prison in Mexico, awaiting trial over alleged cartel ties

Boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. has been released from a prison in northern Mexico

The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2025

El Chapo's Granddaughter Frida Sofía Guzmán Breaks Silence on Stepfather Julio César Chávez Jr. in Prison

Born to Édgar Guzmán, the eldest son of El Chapo Guzmán, and Frida Muñoz, the young woman has expressed her support for her stepfather and mother. Frida Sofía Guzmán Muñoz is the foster child of Julio César Chávez Jr., who married her mother after she was widowed.

Latin Times · Aug 20, 2025

U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Shares Photos of Julio César Chávez Jr. Arrest and Deportation

Handcuffed and heavily guarded, Julio César Chávez's son was deported from the United States to Mexico. The US ambassador released shocking images of the moment Julio César Chávez Jr. crossed the border.

Latin Times · Aug 20, 2025

Boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. detained in Mexico after deportation for alleged cartel ties

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirms the former WBC middleweight world champion’s deportation

The Independent UK · Aug 20, 2025

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Sports Illustrated · Aug 20, 2025

Former Middleweight Boxing Champ Arrested in Mexico Following Deportation from U.S.

Mexico is alleging Julio César Chávez Jr. has cartel ties.

The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2025

Julio César Chávez Jr. deported to Mexico for alleged cartel ties and drug trafficking

Boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. has been deported to Mexico following his arrest in the U.S. for overstaying his visa and lying on a green card application

Latin Times · Jul 31, 2025

Julio César Chávez Jr. Breaks Silence from ICE Jail: What He Told His Father Mexican Boxing Legend Julio César Chávez

Julio César Chávez confirms he spoke to his son Junior, now in ICE custody in Texas, and says the boxer is in shock and denies all accusations.

Latin Times · Jul 22, 2025

Where Is Julio César Chávez Jr.? His Legal Team Speaks Out

After his first hearing before a judge to face drug trafficking charges, the Mexican boxer disappeared from public view, causing concern among his fans and family. However, Julio César Chávez Jr.'s lawyer assured him that he is not in hiding.

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Latin Times · Jul 11, 2025

Julio César Chávez Jr.'s Family Pleads For Prayers As Former Boxer Remains Unaccounted For Following ICE Arrest

Chávez Jr.'s attorney, Michael Goldstein, said boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. was recently held by DHS in Hidalgo, Texas, but could not confirm whether his client was still in the United States.

The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2025

Boxing great Julio César Chávez defends son arrested by US immigration agents

Three-division world champion Julio César Chávez has defended his same-name son who was arrested by U.S. immigration agents outside his home in Los Angeles for overstaying his visa and lying on a green card application

Latin Times · Jul 7, 2025

Julio César Chávez Jr.'s Longstanding Ties to Sinaloa Cartel Include Family Connections, Journalist Says

Journalist Anabel Hernández suggested the possibility that Chávez Jr.'s residence in the United States could be connected to agreements made between U.S. authorities and Ovidio Guzmán as part of his ongoing legal proceedings

The Independent UK · Jul 5, 2025

In Sinaloa's capital, news of a boxing scion's arrest and allegations of cartel ties cause unease

The arrest of Julio César Chávez Jr., son of Mexican boxing legend Julio César Chávez, for overstaying his visa in the U.S. and lying on a green card application shook Sinaloa state's capital

The Independent UK · Jul 4, 2025

What to know about Julio César Chávez's arrest by U.S. immigration officials

Federal officials say famed Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. has been arrested and will be deported to Mexico, where he faces organized crime charges

The Independent UK · Jul 3, 2025

Who is Julio César Chávez Jr., the Mexican boxer facing deportation from the US?

Julio César Chávez Jr. is the firstborn son and namesake of the man considered the best Mexican boxer in history

The Independent UK · Jul 3, 2025

Julio César Chávez Jr.’s boxing career in photos, amid arrest by US immigration agents

Famed Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. has been arrested and will be deported to Mexico, where he faces organized crime charges, federal officials said.

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