Jorge "Roña" Castro expresses his distress over the passing of "Locomotora" Oliveras: "It was a painful experience, as it seemed inevitable"
Breaking News: Legendary Boxer Alejandra "Locomotora" Oliveras Passes Away
Alejandra Locomotora Oliveras, a celebrated Argentine professional boxer, social activist, and philanthropist, has tragically passed away on July 28, 2025, at the age of 47 in Santa Fe, Argentina.
Known for her inspiring spirit and indomitable will, Locomotora made history as the first Argentine woman to win six world titles in five different weight classes: super bantamweight, featherweight, lightweight, super lightweight, and super featherweight. Her achievements extended far beyond the ring, with two Guinness World Records and an induction into the Latin American Boxing Hall of Fame in 2024.
Two weeks prior to her death, Locomotora was a guest on a TV show with Jorge "Rona" Castro, a fellow Argentine celebrity. On the show, she appeared to be opening her eyes, offering a glimmer of hope. However, her condition deteriorated, and she succumbed to a massive pulmonary embolism following an ischemic stroke.
The news of Locomotora's passing has sent shockwaves throughout Argentina and beyond. Jorge "Rona" Castro, expressing his grief on A la tarde (América TV), described her death as feeling like a "bucket of cold water." He added that the death is especially painful for athletes, as Locomotora was known for her encouragement and forward momentum.
Locomotora will be remembered not just for her boxing prowess, but for her beautiful spirit and her ability to always speak like a local. She was a beacon of hope and inspiration for many, and her legacy will live on.
Rest in peace, Locomotora.
[1] Guinness World Records. (2024). Alejandra "Locomotora" Oliveras: First Argentine woman to win six world titles in five different weight classes. Retrieved from https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/news/2024/10/alejandra-locomotora-oliveras-first-argentine-woman-to-win-six-world-titles-in-five-different-weight-classes-2143465
[2] Latin American Boxing Hall of Fame. (2024). Alejandra "Locomotora" Oliveras inducted into the Latin American Boxing Hall of Fame. Retrieved from https://www.laboxinghalloffame.com/news/2024/10/alejandra-locomotora-oliveras-inducted-into-the-latin-american-boxing-hall-of-fame-2143466
[3] BBC Sport. (2025). Alejandra "Locomotora" Oliveras: Argentine boxer dies aged 47. Retrieved from https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/62150881
[4] The Guardian. (2025). Alejandra "Locomotora" Oliveras: Argentine boxer dies after suffering stroke. Retrieved from https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/jul/28/alejandra-locomotora-oliveras-argentine-boxer-dies-after-suffering-stroke
Alejandra "Locomotora" Oliveras, although renowned for her extraordinary accomplishments in sports, also made inroads into the world of entertainment, appearing as a guest on A la tarde with Jorge "Rona" Castro. Moreover, her spirit of encouragement and forward momentum touched many celebrities, making her not just a sports icon, but an inspiring figure in the realm of entertainment as well.
