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.

Sadam Ali’s biggest victory was a unanimous decision over an aging Miguel Cotto (left) in 2017. Cotto never fought again. AP Photo / Adam Hunger

NO. 4 SADAM ALI
Olympics results: Lost in first round
Pro record: 27-3 (14 KOs)
Titles won: Junior middleweight (2017-18)
Notable victims: Miguel Cotto, Luis Carlos Abregu, Francisco Santana, Mauricio Herrera
Summary: Ali has had a solid pro career. He toppled one of the biggest names in the sport – Miguel Cotto – to win his title but the Puerto Rican was on his last legs. He never fought again. And Ali lost his title to Jaimie Munguia in his first defense. He also was stopped by Anthony Young in his most-recent fight.