How Philippines' Carl Jammes Martin shocked the world with win over David Picasso
Carl Jammes Martin announced himself on the biggest stage of his career, handing Mexico's David Picasso a split-decision defeat to capture the WBC silver featherweight championship on Sunday morning (Manila time).
David Picasso. Carl Jammes Martin: What Happened
ESPN reported on Saturday, October 31, 2026 in a story involving David Picasso. Carl Jammes Martin, Philippines' Carl Jammes Martin, David Picasso. Here is how the report opens:
Carl Jammes Martin announced himself on the biggest stage of his career, handing Mexico's David Picasso a split-decision defeat to capture the WBC silver featherweight championship on Sunday morning (Manila time).
It is one of many UFC & Boxing stories we are following today. Below are the key takeaways, how the story is being reported across the sport, background on Ultimate Fighting Championship and what to watch next.
Key Takeaways
- The story: How Philippines' Carl Jammes Martin shocked the world with win over David Picasso
- Who’s involved: David Picasso. Carl Jammes Martin, Philippines' Carl Jammes Martin, David Picasso and Mexico
- League: UFC & Boxing
- First reported: Saturday, October 31, 2026 by ESPN
Background: Ultimate Fighting Championship
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happened with David Picasso. Carl Jammes Martin?
Carl Jammes Martin announced himself on the biggest stage of his career, handing Mexico's David Picasso a split-decision defeat to capture the WBC silver featherweight championship on Sunday morning (Manila time). ESPN reported the story on Saturday, October 31, 2026.
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ESPN first reported it on Saturday, October 31, 2026. ForTheFans summarizes it here with background and related UFC & Boxing news.
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