Mairis Briedis, born on January thirteenth, nineteen eighty-five, is a distinguished Latvian former professional boxer, kickboxer, and police officer. His boxing career spanned from two thousand nine to two thousand twenty-four, during which he established himself as a formidable force in the cruiserweight division.
Throughout his career, Briedis achieved remarkable success, becoming a three-time world champion. He held the IBF and Ring titles from two thousand twenty to two thousand twenty-two, the WBC title from two thousand seventeen to two thousand eighteen, and the WBO title in two thousand nineteen. His victory in two thousand seventeen marked a historic moment, as he became the first Latvian to secure a world boxing title.
In recognition of his contributions to the sport and his country, Briedis was awarded the prestigious Order of the Three Stars in two thousand seventeen. This honor reflects not only his athletic prowess but also his dedication to representing Latvia on the global stage.