Yul-Woo Lee (January 25, 1967 – December 10, 2009) was a South Korean former professional boxer who competed from 1985 to 1990. He was a world champion in two weight classes, having held the

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light-flyweight title in 1989 and the WBA flyweight title in 1990.

Professional career

Lee turned pro in 1985 and captured the WBC light flyweight title with a TKO win over

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in 1989. He lost his belt in his first defense to

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. He then moved up in weight and won a split decision over WBA flyweight title holder

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in 1990, but lost the belt in his first defense again to Leopard Tamakuma by TKO. He retired after the loss.

Professional boxing record

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Professional career

Professional boxing record

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