The 33-year-old Sebastian Formella, originally from Hamburg, Germany, in addition to boxing, works as a bridge controller in the port of Hamburg. (photos by Sean Michael Ham)

Formella knows the meaning of hard work and dedication, having been successful in both his careers and facing a great opportunity to be known around the world.

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Sebastian, who is undefeated in 22 fights, will face two-time champion “Showtime” Shawn Porter on August 22. This will be the most difficult challenge of his career, but he assures that it is a great opportunity for him and he will not miss it.

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“I have great respect for Shawn Porter, he is a world class fighter and he has faced the best. I am prepared to offer a great fight. My team and I have studied Porter closely and have a plan in place for victory. Next Saturday I’m going to make history, ” commented Formella.

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