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Saturday, October 19, 2024

Sydney Sweeney is Boxer ‘Christy Martin’


Actress/mixed martial artist Sydney Sweeney, is currently in training to play real-life ‘super welterweight’ boxer ‘Christy Martin’ in a new feature, directed by David Michod, co-starring Ben Foster, Merritt Weaver, Katy O’Brien, Ethan Embry, Jess Gabor, Chad L. Coleman, and Tony Cavalero:


Boxer ‘Martin’ competing between 1989 and 2012 was crowned world champion in the ‘super welterweight’ class in 2009. But in 2010, she was viciously attacked and seriously injured by her husband. Despite the odds, she miraculously survived to eventually make  a spectacular comeback.


"Over the past few months, I’ve been immersed in training to bring to life the story of an incredible woman,” said Sweeney.


A true champion who fought battles both inside and outside the ring. Her journey is a testament to resilience, strength, and hope, and I’m honored to step into her shoes to share her powerful story with you all. More to come soon…”


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