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THE ORIGIN OF BOX SPORT

Boxing originated in England, between the 18th and 19th centuries, which was
fought with bare hands, making it a very brutal and violent sport.
Years later this sport began to be regulated, especially in 1867 with the
formulation of the Queenberry Rules. Boxing has always been an Olympic
sport, not being present only at the 1912 Summer Olympics in Stockholm, as at
the time the sport was banned in the country. Over the years many variations of
boxing emerged, the most famous being the Thai Muay Thai and the French
Savate, being that these already use the legs.
Boxing Ring
The boxing ring is square in shape and must have on its side between 4.9 and 7
meters. It has four elastic strings, with diameter between 3 and 5 centimeters,
being that they must be hung on the poles at 41, 71, 102 and 132 centimeters in
height to count from the floor of the ring.
The poles must be coated and with a smooth surface so that the boxers do not
get hurt when they get into one of them.

How to Win in Boxing


The goal of boxing is to hit as many direct hits on the opponent as possible, with
the judges finally voting between them until they reach a verdict on which of the
athletes scored the most points with the punches.
 Make the opponent fall 2 to 3 times on the canvas in the same round (the
number depends on the competition);
 Make nocaute, being that the opponent falls to the ground or rests on the
ropes, and the referee counts to 10 and the athlete fails to get up in that
time;
 The referee can also score a technical knockout. This happens when one
of the boxers carries with him many consecutive punches and the referee
considers that he is not getting them;
 Finally, one of the attendees can play the towel on the floor, meaning
they are desisting from combat;
Professional Boxing
The rules of Olympic Boxing have some differences from Professional Boxing,
since it uses the rules of Amateur Boxing.
Some of the differences are that those of Olympic Boxing have to wear a head
protector while in the professional it is forbidden to use.
 In amateur boxing, it also only goes up to four rounds while the
professional goes up to 12 rounds.
 The way to win is also different, counting the points differently.

People involved in boxing


Referee
The referee is responsible for compliance with the rules of the boxers, being
inside the ring to control the behavior of the athletes and intervening when the
situation requires it;
Judges
In a match are present 3 judges, who have as their responsibility to count the
punches of each boxer and thus decide who wins the fight, if there is no
knockout;
Doctor
A doctor should always be present to assess the status of boxers during
combat, finding out if he is in a position to continue combat;
Chronometrist
This is responsible for the time of the round and plays the gongo, which is used
to mark the end of each round;
Technical Director
The Technical Director is responsible for the decisions of the judges, reviewing
them and announcing the result. He is also responsible for other decisions in
combat;
announcer
He is responsible for making announcements of the results of the fights,
presentation of the wrestlers, authorities, referee, judges, etc.
Assistants
Each boxer has the right to have four assistants, who are left behind the
fighter's pole (red corner or blue corner) and has the responsibility to advise the
boxer, try him and play the towel when he believes he is no longer in a position
to continue fighting;
Sparing
Sparing is the name given to wrestlers who are responsible for training with
other boxers. They are usually amateur fighters or at the start of the race and
often even end up becoming great boxers and champions, being as an example
Larry Holmes, sparing of Muhammad Ali.
Weight Categories
For fights to be as fair as possible, boxers are divided into weight categories. So
each boxer only fights with another heavy boxer similar to his own, making the
fights much fairer and more balanced.
The male weight categories are as follows:
· Light fly - 48 kilos
· Fly - 51 kilos
· Rooster - 54 kilos
· Pena - 57 kilos
· Lightweight - 60 kilos
· Medium light - 64 kilos
· Medium -69 kilos
· Medium - 75 kilos
· Half heavy - 81 kilos
· Heavy - 91 kilos
· Super heavy - + 91 kilos

Boxing Rules
Some of the rules of professional boxing fights are:
 Hits are only considered scoreable if they hit the front or side of the
opponent's head or abdomen. The blows to the arms are not scoreable.
 Soca at the back of the neck, grabbing or beatings below the waist are
violations. When done, the referee gives a warning to the boxer. If this is
repeated again, the boxer may be disqualified.
 The boxer cannot hit the opponent while on the ground;
 Bites are also a cause for warning and potential disqualification;

Boxing Strikes
Direction: Fast and strong strike that hits the front of the opponent with the fist
behind the guard.
Jab: Same as direct, only with the other fist, what's in the guard.
Crusader: As strong as the live, but reaches the side of the opponent's head. In
this movement the arm ends up bent, unlike the live one.
Hook: Movement of the fist in a curved trajectory that reaches the side of the
wrestler's head or abdomen.
Uppercut: Strike done in the bottom-up direction with the aim of reaching the
other fighter's chin.

Common questions

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The referee ensures compliance with boxing rules during the match by monitoring boxers' behavior and intervening when necessary . The technical director complements the referee's role by reviewing the judges' decisions and announcing the results . This dual oversight ensures both the integrity of the physical combat and the accuracy of scoring and decisions.

The transformation of boxing into a more regulated sport in the 19th century was primarily due to the introduction of the Queensberry Rules in 1867 . These rules formalized the sport, making it less brutal and more structured. Additionally, the growth of public interest and the sport's inclusion in the Olympics (with the exception of the 1912 Olympics) further standardized boxing practices globally .

Boxing was excluded from the 1912 Summer Olympics in Stockholm because the sport was banned in Sweden due to its perceived brutality . This exclusion reflects the period's societal views, highlighting concerns over the sport's violence and lack of regulation at the time, despite its growing popularity and increasing regulation in other parts of the world.

A boxing match may be concluded through a technical knockout if one fighter receives many consecutive punches and is unable to defend themselves effectively, leading the referee to stop the fight for the athlete's safety . Additionally, if an assistant throws in the towel, indicating a voluntary surrender, it can also lead to a technical knockout .

Weight categories in boxing help maintain fair competition by ensuring that boxers compete against others of similar body weight, thus balancing physical advantages and minimizing mismatches due to size . This system ensures that skill, rather than weight, is the primary determinant of success in a match, thus promoting equitable competition.

The Queensberry Rules were pivotal in transforming boxing from a brutal, bare-handed brawl into a regulated sport. Introduced in 1867, these rules established guidelines such as the use of gloves, set a standard ring size, and formalized rounds, making boxing safer and more widely accepted as a legitimate sport . This transformation helped boxing gain Olympic status and broader global acceptance .

One of the key differences between Olympic and Professional Boxing is the requirement to wear head protection in Olympic boxing, which is forbidden in professional boxing . Additionally, Olympic boxing matches consist of four rounds, while professional matches can go up to twelve rounds . The points system also differs between the two, with amateur boxing focusing more on point accumulation, unlike professional boxing .

Judges are responsible for scoring punches landed by each fighter based on the accuracy and effectiveness of those punches . In the absence of a knockout, their cumulative scoring determines the match's outcome. Their assessments ensure that the outcome reflects the skill and performance demonstrated during the match, providing an objective result based on established criteria .

Sparring partners are primarily responsible for physically training with boxers, helping them simulate match conditions and improve their techniques . In contrast, boxing assistants provide strategic and physical support during a match, advising the boxer between rounds and can signal surrender by throwing in the towel if necessary . These roles support the boxer's preparation and in-ring strategy.

A doctor's role is crucial for maintaining a boxing match's safety and fairness by assessing the physical condition of the boxers. They have the authority to stop the fight if a boxer is deemed unable to safely continue, thereby preventing serious injuries . This oversight ensures that the competition remains fair, as decisions are based on health and not emotional pressure or commercial interests.

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