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Claressa “T-Rex” Shields has entered a groundbreaking new era in her career. Officially announcing a partnership with Salita Promotions and Wynn Records during a press conference Thursday in New York City. The two-time Olympic gold medalist and five-division world champion appeared on CBS Mornings before the event, revealing that the multi-fight, multi-year agreement guarantees her at least $8 million. The deal will also allow Shields to expand her influence beyond boxing combining sports, music, and entertainment under one creative umbrella. “This partnership lets me take control of my legacy inside and outside the ring,” Shields said. “It’s about fighting, yes, but it’s also about building something bigger.” Continued Partnership With Salita Promotions Shields has been promoted by Dmitriy Salita since her second professional fight. Salita, a former junior welterweight contender, has guided Shields’ career through three undisputed championship reigns and helped her become one of the highest-paid women in boxing. She has earned over $1 million per fight in three of her past bouts. Ranked No. 2 on The Ring Magazine’s pound-for-pound list, Shields remains one of the sport’s most dominant forces. The 30-year-old Flint, Michigan native holds an unblemished record of 17-0 (3 KOs) and stands as the first boxer male or female to become a three-division undisputed champion. Reigning Heavyweight Queen Currently the fully unified women’s heavyweight champion. Shields last defended her IBF, WBA, WBC, and WBO titles on July 26 at Detroit’s Little Caesars Arena, where she scored a 10-round unanimous decision victory over New Zealand’s Lani Daniels (11-3-2, 1 KO). Her next fight date and opponent are expected to be announced soon as part of the new venture. Expanding Beyond the Ring Shields’ story continues to transcend boxing. Her life and journey from Flint to global stardom were chronicled in the 2024 feature film “The Fire Inside,” which debuted nationwide on Christmas Day. With her latest business move, Shields aims to further merge her athletic excellence with cultural influence. solidifying her standing as one of the most multifaceted figures in sports.
