Lara, 31-3-2 (24 KOs), of Mexico City, collected his fifth consecutive victory. Ornelas, 29-6 (16 KOs), of Rosarito, Baja California, gave him an early scare before being stopped.
During the final minute of the opening round, Ornelas dropped Lara with a left to the chin. Referee Manuel Rivera administered an eight-count, but Lara recovered and returned the favor, flooring Ornelas with a right to the chin before the bell.
Ornelas beat the count but also suffered a bad cut over his left eye. Lara resumed his attack in the second round, and the contest was halted after just 42 seconds.
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