Description: (Panamanian Boxer and WBA Featherweight Champion from 1972 to 1974)
Ernesto Marcel, a highly skilled Panamanian professional boxer, had a successful career from 1966 to 1974. He held the WBA featherweight title from 1972 to 1974 and also challenged for the WBC featherweight title in 1971. Marcel's impressive record stood at 40–4–2, with notable victories over Bernardo Caraballo and a successful defense against Alexis Argüello. He retired as a reigning world champion after defeating Argüello, solidifying his legacy as one of the few boxers to retire on top.