Gaspar Ortega

Gaspar "Indio" Ortega (born October 31, 1935 in Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico) was a Mexican professional boxer and is considered one of the best Welterweight boxers from Mexico.
Pro career.
In January 1953, Ortega was only seventeen years old when he won his pro debut against Miguel Ocana in San Luis Río Colorado, Sonora, Mexico.
World Welter Championship.
On June 3, 1961 Gaspar lost to Emile Griffith, the bout would be his first shot at a World Championship.
Retirement.
In 1995 Ortega was elected into the World Boxing Hall of Fame.