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Everlast and Deontay Wilder Announce Contract Renewal

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Everlast and Deontay Wilder Announce Contract Renewal

New York, NY – May 15th, 2018 – Everlast Worldwide, the world’s leading manufacturer, marketer and licensor of boxing, MMA and fitness equipment, has renewed its contract with longtime #TeamEverlast athlete and American Heavyweight Champion, Deontay Wilder.

Wilder, a knockout specialist, has been on the Everlast Team since turning pro more than 10 years ago.

“Deontay is a champion both in and out of the ring. We’re thrilled he remains a part of the Everlast family and we look forward to working with him for the rest of his boxing career,” said Chris Zoller, Director of Marketing & Product Development for Everlast.

The undefeated 32 year old Alabama Native boasts a 40-0 record and has seven successful title defenses. After beating Luis ‘King Kong’ Ortiz in March, Wilder has his eyes set on big, record-breaking fights that bring excitement and attention to boxing.

For the latest on Deontay ‘Bronze Bomber’ Wilder and your favorite #TeamEverlast fighters, head to: www.everlast.com/teameverlast.

 

About Everlast Worldwide Inc.

The preeminent brand in boxing since 1910, Everlast is the world’s leading manufacturer, marketer and licensor of boxing, MMA and fitness equipment. From legendary champions Jack Dempsey and Sugar Ray Robinson to current superstars Benson Henderson and Deontay Wilder, Everlast is the brand of choice for generations of world champion professional athletes. Built on a brand heritage of strength, dedication, individuality and authenticity, Everlast is a necessary part of the lives of countless champions. Based in Manhattan, Everlast’s products are sold across more than 75 countries and 6 continents. For more information, visitwww.everlast.com.

Founder/editor Michael Woods got addicted to boxing in 1990, when Buster Douglas shocked the world with his demolition of the then-impregnable Mike Tyson. The Brooklyn-based journalist has covered the sport since for ESPN The Magazine, ESPN.com, Bad Left Hook and RING. His journalism career started with NY Newsday in 1999. Michael Woods is also an accomplished blow by blow and color man, having done work for Top Rank, DiBella Entertainment, EPIX, and for Facebook Fightnight Live, since 2017.