Gary Russell Jr.: Disappointed Olympian, successful professional

Gary Russell Jr.’s Olympic dream died when he missed his weigh-in but he can take pride in his professional accomplishments.

Gary Russell Jr. (left), coming off a victory over Kiko Martinez, will defend his featherweight title against Olympic silver medalist Tugstsogt Nyambayar on Feb. 8. AP Photo / Frank Franklin II

NO. 2 GARY RUSSELL JR.
Olympics results: Did not compete
Pro record: 30-1 (18 KOs)
Titles won: Featherweight (2015-current)
Notable victims: Christopher Martin, Jhonny Gonzalez, Joseph Diaz, Kiko Martinez
Summary: Russell stumbled against pound-for-pound king Vassiliy Lomachenko in 2014 but has won six in a row since then, including his title. He has made four successful defenses. He has become known for his relative inactivity but wants to correct that even if it means moving up in weight..