Golden Boy Signs Four Rising Stars for Heavyweight and Cruiserweight Divisions

Golden Boy Takes Bold Step Forward with Four Promising Heavyweight and Cruiserweight Prospects

Golden Boy Promotions is making a powerful statement in the heavyweight and cruiserweight divisions with the addition of four exciting prospects, all of whom have the potential to become world champions in the future. This major move marks the start of a new chapter in both weight classes, with the signings of blue-chip cruiserweight Tristan “Sweet T” Kalkreuth (14-1, 10 KOs), undefeated heavyweight Federico Pacheco Jr. (7-0, 5 KOs), top-rated cruiserweight Robin “Robz” Safar (17-0, 12 KOs), and 2023 Pan American Games gold medalist and 2024 Olympian Joshua “Good” Edwards.

Oscar De La Hoya, the Chairman and CEO of Golden Boy, expressed his excitement about the growing strength of the heavyweight division: “The heavyweight division hasn’t been this hot in decades. Every single one of these prospects has the potential to become a world champion, and nobody builds champions like Golden Boy. I’m thrilled to be part of the heavyweight landscape.”

Robin “Robz” Safar, a rising star in the cruiserweight division, shared his excitement about joining the Golden Boy team after his dominant victory over Sergey Kovalev: “After my win over Kovalev, top promotional companies came knocking. It was clear to me that Golden Boy was the best choice. With Oscar De La Hoya guiding my career, I’m confident in our ability to accomplish great things together. They have big plans for me in 2025 and beyond, and I’m excited to make history with them.”

Joshua “Good” Edwards, a powerhouse from Southside Houston, expressed his gratitude for Golden Boy’s faith in his abilities: “I’ve been boxing my whole life, and getting to this point is a huge blessing. I want to thank Oscar and Golden Boy for believing in me and my skills. Representing Southside Houston and aiming to become a heavyweight world champion is a dream come true.”

Federico Pacheco Jr., the undefeated heavyweight from Los Angeles, also expressed his excitement about working with Golden Boy: “Signing with Golden Boy is a dream. The opportunity to work with Oscar and his team is incredible, and I know that with their guidance, I can reach my full potential and one day become the heavyweight champion of the world.”

Tristan “Sweet T” Kalkreuth, who recently re-signed with Golden Boy, expressed his determination to achieve his dream of becoming a world champion: “I’m proud to extend my contract with Golden Boy. With their support and my drive, nothing will stop me from becoming one of the best in my division.”

Rising Stars with Remarkable Backgrounds

Robin “Robz” Safar (17-0, 12 KOs) was born to a Swedish mother and a Kurdish father, growing up in the tough suburb of Visättra, Stockholm. His journey to boxing started at 19, seeking a way out of the challenges in his environment. Under the guidance of trainer Ibn Cason, the younger brother of former heavyweight champion Hasim Rahman, Safar has built an undefeated record. His impressive knockout win over Sergey Kovalev in 2024 elevated him to the forefront of the cruiserweight division, and with a top-15 ranking in two major sanctioning bodies, a world title shot may be on the horizon.

Joshua “Good” Edwards (24 years old) is a force in the heavyweight division, having won a gold medal in the super heavyweight division at the 2023 Pan American Games. His victory over Cuban champion Abner Teixeira earned him a spot in the 2024 Olympics. A USA Boxing national champion in 2021, Edwards trains under the guidance of renowned coaches Ronnie Shields and Melvin Malone in Houston, and he’s determined to prove that he’s one of the next great heavyweight champions.

Federico Pacheco Jr. (7-0, 5 KOs), a 21-year-old heavyweight from Los Angeles, is making a name for himself in the boxing world. Known for his powerful punches and ring presence, Pacheco is rapidly rising through the ranks. Though his amateur background was limited, he’s already sparred with top-level heavyweights, including Zhilei Zhang, Frank Sanchez, and Arslanbek Makhmudov. Pacheco has the potential to be a force in the heavyweight division, and like his older brother Diego, he’s eager to leave his own legacy in the sport.

Tristan “Sweet T” Kalkreuth (14-1, 10 KOs), hailing from Duncanville, Texas, has made significant progress since joining Golden Boy in 2019. With over 100 amateur bouts, including two USA Boxing national championships in the youth division, Kalkreuth has quickly established himself as a promising cruiserweight. His knockout victories against tough opponents in the pro ranks further solidify his potential to break through to the top of his division.

Golden Boy Promotions is clearly setting the stage for a new generation of champions, and with the guidance of Oscar De La Hoya and his team, these four fighters are positioned to make major waves in the heavyweight and cruiserweight divisions.