Patera shocks Ritson by split decision

Francsco Patera took a 12-round split decision from previously undefeated Lewis Ritson in a lightweight bout in Newcastle, England.

It was a tough fight that saw Patera come on strong and win most of the rounds in the second half of the fight.

Patera won two cards by 116-112 scores. Ritson took a card 116-112.

Patera of Belgium is now 20-3. Ritson is 17-1.