Former two time world champion Juan Manuel “Juanma” Lopez presented to the media in Puerto Rico today to apologize to referee Roberto Ramirez for the comments he made after his defeat against Orlando Salido, the WBO featherweight titlist, this past March 10.

“I want to apologize again, now in public to Roberto Ramirez for the comments I made after the fight against Salido. I'm embarrassed for all what happened and I want that Ramirez forgive me. I don't remember what I said, I'm ashamed", Lopez said.

Along with Lopez were Peter Rivera, PR Best Boxing Promotions Vice-President, his manager Orlando Piñero, his trainer Alex Caraballo, his physical trainer Alexander Greaux and his legal advisor Pedro Hernandez.

“I saw the fight and really I was hurt. Roberto made a good job in stopping the fight. I apologize again to Ramirez and to all the fans in Puerto Rico and around the world", Lopez said.

About a possible suspension by the Puerto Rico Boxing Commission, Lopez said that if is for a year it will “advance my retirement. Boxing is my job, I couldn't go a year without fighting”.