Floyd Schofield and Sergio Mendoza claim titles in Chicago bouts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 4:46 AM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
Floyd Schofield and Sergio Mendoza became champions in Chicago on October 10. Schofield earned the vacant WBA World Lightweight title after a unanimous decision victory over Lucas Bahdi, with scores of 116-110, 119-108, and 115-111. The co-main event saw Mendoza upset Ricardo Sandoval, claiming the unified flyweight championship. Both fighters showcased resilience and skill, with Schofield crediting his father for strategic guidance. Following the bouts, Schofield expressed a desire to unify titles, eyeing a match against WBC champion William Zepeda.
- •Floyd Schofield wins the WBA World Lightweight title in Chicago.
- •Sergio Mendoza claims the unified flyweight championship.
- •Schofield defeated Lucas Bahdi by unanimous decision.
- •Scores for Schofield were 116-110, 119-108, and 115-111.
- •Mendoza was a late replacement for the co-main event.
- 4:46 AMYahoo Sports — Boxing Dreams Come True: New Champions Schofield and Mendoza Crowned in Chicago
"Floyd Schofield and Sergio Mendoza earned their first titles in Chicago in the main and co-main events.
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