Boxing Style
Quartey's best weapon was his jab, which was considered to be one of the best in boxing while he was in his prime. He primarily relied on a "peek-a-boo" or "clam-shell" defense, which consisted of him allowing punches to land on his arms, elbows and gloves which he kept held tightly to his cheeks and ribcage.
| Preceded by Crisanto España |
WBA Welterweight Champion 4 June 1994– October 1998 (Title vacated) |
Succeeded by James Page |
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