Mexico is a country notorious for its violence. But it is also famous for the world champion boxers it produces. The cradle of that talent has very often been a Mexico City neighborhood called Tepito. In the final part of a three-part series, CCTV’s John Holman explores the boxing history and future of this unique place.
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Boxing history and its future in Mexico
Mexico is a country notorious for its violence. But it is also famous for the world champion boxers it produces. The cradle of that talent has very often been a Mexico City neighborhood called Tepito. In the final part of a three-part series, John Holman explores the boxing history and future of this unique place.There’s been a lot written about the link between a society that celebrates a so-called “macho” culture and the direct correlation with violent crime. A startling statistic: men and boys commit some 90% of all violent crimes. CCTV’s Mike Walter is joined by Ward Urion, who spent his career working to end domestic violence.