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Zou Shiming Goes for His First Professional Title When He Battles Luis De La Rosa for the Special Elite Wbo International Flyweight Crown ZOU SHIMING GOES FOR HIS FIRST PROFESSIONAL TITLE WHEN HE BATTLES LUIS DE LA ROSA FOR THE SPECIAL ELITE WBO INTERNATIONAL FLYWEIGHT CROWN CHAMPIONS OF GOLD Saturday, July 19 The Venetian Macao's Cotai Arena MACAO (July 7, 2014) -- In only his fifth professional fight and just 15 months removed from his professional debut, two-time Chinese Olympic gold medalist and national icon ZOU SHIMING (4-0, 1 KO), of Guizhou, China, will not only make his 10-round bout debut but he will also be fighting for his first professional title, in the main event of Champions of Gold, Saturday, 19 July, at The Venetian® Macao's Cotai Arena. The World Boxing Organization (WBO) announced today that it will sanction Zou Shiming's upcoming fight against Luis De La Rosa (23-3-1, 13 KOs), of Arboletes, Colombia, for the Special Elite WBO International Flyweight Championship. A victory over De La Rosa could propel the No. 3 world-rated Zou Shiming toward a shot at a world title. It will not be an easy task for the Freddie Roach-trained Zou Shiming. Four of De La Rosa's last six victories have been by way of knockout. Zou Shiming collected his first professional knockout victory on February 22 -- his last appearance at Cotai Arena -- stopping the formidable Yokthong Kokietgym in the seventh round. The 10-round Zou Shiming - Luis De La Rosa title fight will be televised in the U.S. via same-day delay on HBO 2. Promoted by Top Rank® and Sands China Ltd, in association with All Star Boxing , Caribe Promotions, Foreman Boys Promotions and Tecate, remaining tickets for Page 1 of 5 Champions of Gold can be purchased via Cotai Ticketing™; prices start at HKD/MOP 80, with ferry and hotel packages also available. The Special Elite WBO International Flyweight Championship is only sanctioned for bouts that feature a fighter of elite stature, such as Zou Shiming who has won three World Amateur Championships in addition to his two Olympic gold medals. Though the list is small by design, past recipients of this honour include: Manny Pacquiao, Juan Manuel Márquez and Vasyl Lomachenko, who fought for this prestigious title before challenging for a world championship. Pacquiao won this when he fought Brandon Rios last year at the Cotai Arena. The winner will receive the Special Elite WBO International Belt which is specially designed with Swarovski Crystal stones in a beautiful assortment of jewel colors on the crown, detailed in a Gold Mirror finish, with two hand crafted emblems of the faces of the two fighters elevated into perfection to distinguish both fighters' features. It is one of the most unique championship belts in boxing. Champions of Gold -- an exciting world championship boxing event -- will feature three Olympic gold medalists with five gold medals between them. In addition to Zou Shiming, undefeated WBA/WBO super flyweight champion and two-time Cuban Olympic gold medalist Guillermo Rigondeaux (13-0, 8 KOs), of Miami, Florida, will defend his titles against two-time world title challenger Sod Looknongyangtoy (63-2-1, 27 KOs), of Petchaboon, Thailand and 2012 Russian Olympic gold medalist Egor Mekhontsev (3- 0, 3 KOs), of Asbest, Russia, will take on undefeated Mike Merafuentes (2-0, 2 KOs), in a six-round collision of light heavyweight prospects who have won all their fights by knockout. Mekhontsev made his Cotai Arena debut on February 22, knocking out Atthaporn Jaritram in the second round. The Champions of Gold undercard will also feature undefeated No. 2 world-rated contender Gilberto Ramirez (28-0, 22 KOs), of Mzatlan, Mexico, defending his NABF/NABO super middleweight titles against Junior Talipeau (20-2-1, 7 KOs), of Kogarah, New Zealand. The undefeated trio of Cotai Arena fan favorites -- Rex Tso, Page 2 of 5 IK Yang and Kuok Kun NG will also be highlighted in exciting fights. TheTop-10 world- rated Tso (13-0, 8 KOs), from Hong Kong, will face John Bajawa (12-6, 6 KOs), of Denpasar, Indonesia; Yang (14-0, 9 KOs), from Dalian, China, will take on Rachamongol Sor Pleonchit (14-8 6 KOs), of Ratchaburi, Thailand; and "The Macao Kid" Kuok Kun NG (4-0, 2 KOs), of Macao, will rumble with Beau O'Brien (4-0-1, 1 KO), of Lower Hutt, New Zealand. Three-time world champion and former U.S. Olympian Brian "The Hawaiian Punch" Viloria (33-4, 19 KOs), of Waipahu, Hawaii, returns to the Cotai Arena looking to get in line for another world title shot, in a 10-round flyweight bout against José Alfredo Zuniga (10-5-1, 5 KOs), of Matamoros, Mexico. Tickets to the July 19 Champions of Gold can be purchased at all Cotai Ticketing box offices*, and are available in seven categories, ranging from HKD/MOP 80 to HKD/MOP 4,680. HKD/MOP 88 adds a round trip Cotai Water Jet ferry ticket between Hong Kong and Macao (HKD/MOP 80 tickets excluded). Tickets can be booked online at www.cotaiticketing.com, or by phone at +853 2882 8818 (Macao) / +852 6333 6660 (HK) / 4001 206 618 (China) / +63 2 395 3370 (Philippines). Tickets are also available through Hong Kong Ticketing (customer service fee applies), online at www.HKTicketing.com or by phone at +852 3128 8288, and via Macao Kong Seng Ticketing Network, online at www.macauticket.com, by phone at +853 2855 5555, or in person at selected retail outlets (for locations, visit www.macauticket.com/TicketWeb/ServiceStations.aspx). Hotel packages including two tickets and one night’s accommodation at a choice of The Venetian Macao-Resort-Hotel; Conrad Macao, Cotai Central; Sheraton Macao Hotel, Cotai Central; or Holiday Inn Macao Cotai Central are also available for purchase starting at HKD/MOP 3,800† through Cotai Ticketing. NOTE: Bouts and times subject to change * The Venetian Macao – Cotai Arena and Main Lobby box offices; Four Seasons Hotel Macao – The Plaza™ Macao box office; Sands® Macao – L1 box office; Sands® Cotai Central – Sheraton Main Lobby and Holiday Inn Main Lobby box offices † Subject to 5% government tax and 10% service charge Page 3 of 5 Photo caption: Macao’s latest boxing spectacular, Champions of Gold, comes to The Venetian Macao July 19, featuring Zou Shiming and Guillermo Rigondeaux, with an undercard that includes Brian Viloria, Rex Tso, Ik Yang, Ng Kuok Kun and more. Tickets are available now via Cotai Ticketing, priced from HKD/MOP 80. ### Entertainment at Sands China Ltd. Properties Sands China Ltd. has as a clear vision to establish Macao as Asia’s top entertainment destination. The 15,000-seat Cotai Arena is the only venue in Asia ranked in Pollstar’s Top 100 Worldwide Arena Venues based on ticket sales. It is the top entertainment destination in southern China, hosting the world’s and the region’s biggest names in music, sports and awards shows. Superstars frequently choose the venue as the starting point of their Asian tours. The 1800-seat, multi-purpose Venetian Theatre is one of the most luxurious entertainment venues in greater China. Featuring ushers in black-tie, champagne service, gourmet food and beverage items and other unique, premium amenities, it offers an intimate, luxurious and exclusive venue experience. The Venetian Theatre is playing a key role in bringing the best in international and Chinese entertainment to Macao, with a luxury theatre experience like no other in the region. The 650-seat Sands Theatre regularly features internationally-renowned singers, performers and artists of the highest calibre. From traditional Chinese-costumed dancers to modern performances, and from singing troupes to contemporary bands, everything from Western rock to Cantonese pop is covered. Page 4 of 5 With an unbeatable diversity, the entertainment offering of Sands China Ltd. is ushering in a new era of entertainment in Macao. For information about upcoming shows and events, visit www.venetianmacao.com/entertainment.html. About The Venetian® Macao-Resort-Hotel Opened in 2007, The Venetian® Macao-Resort-Hotel is Macao's first integrated resort featuring stunning replicas of the famous canals and architectural icons of Venice, Italy. The Venetian Macao features 3,000 suites, 1.2 million square feet (111,000 square metres) of convention and meeting facilities as well as a 15,000-seat Cotai Arena designed for world-class sports events and electrifying entertainment. The Venetian Macao is also home to the unique, 1,800-seat luxury Venetian Theatre, hosting the best in international and Chinese entertainment; more than 30 renowned restaurants; TAIVEXMALO Day Hospital & Spa; the incredibly fun QUBE indoor playground and more than 300 retailers at Shoppes at Venetian. Outdoor recreation areas include swimming pools and cabanas and a mini-golf course. For more information, please visit www.venetianmacao.com. About Cotai Strip Resorts Macao – Macao’s Integrated Resort City Sands China Ltd. is the leading developer, owner and operator of integrated resorts in Macao. The befittingly named Cotai Strip Resorts Macao, situated on reclaimed land between the islands of Coloane and Taipa, is the one destination that provides a stunning array of experiences at the heart of Cotai. Cotai Strip Resorts Macao has transformed a gaming-centric day-trip market into an integrated resort city and international hub for business and leisure travellers. Pulsating with life, both night and day, Cotai Strip Resorts Macao features an expansive offering of affordable luxury available nowhere else in Macao, with approximately 9,000 hotel rooms and suites, international superstar live entertainment, duty-free shopping with 600 retailers offering an unparalleled array of name brands, 1.3 million square feet (120,000 square metres) of meeting and exhibition space for Asia’s leading conferences and exhibitions, gaming excitement, transportation offerings and well over 100 dining options, including international restaurants, bars and lounges.
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