Remy Bonjasky | |
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Born | Remy Kenneth Bonjasky[1] January 10, 1976 Paramaribo, Suriname |
Other names | The Flying Gentleman[2] |
Height | 1.93 m (6 ft 4 in)[3][4] |
Weight | 108 kg (238 lb; 17.0 st) |
Division | Heavyweight |
Reach | 77.0 in (196 cm) |
Style | Muay Thai |
Fighting out of | Amsterdam, Netherlands |
Team | Mejiro Gym Vos Gym |
Trainer | Andre Mannaart Ivan Hippolyte Eric Warmerdam |
Years active | 1995–2009, 2012–2014, 2017 |
Kickboxing record | |
Total | 98 |
Wins | 78 |
By knockout | 40 |
Losses | 20 |
By knockout | 5 |
Other information | |
Occupation | Bonjasky Academy, Gym owner |
Notable students | Danyo Ilunga |
Website | www |
Last updated on: March 8, 2014 |
Remy Kenneth Bonjasky (born January 10, 1976) is a Surinamese-Dutch former kickboxer. He is a three-time K-1 World Grand Prix heavyweight champion, winning the title in 2003, 2004, and 2008.[5] He is widely considered one of the greatest kickboxers of all time.[6][7] Bonjasky has been known for his flying kicks, knee attacks and strong defense, hence the nickname "The Flying Gentleman".