Nathanred — 1 year ago(October 19, 2024 03:20 PM)

Christy Martin is "the most successful female boxer of the 90s."
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https://variety.com/2024/film/news/sydney-sweeney-christy-martin-boxer-movie-1236179820/
She’s starring as Martin in an untitled sports biopic, directed by David Michod, that recently started production. Martin is a former professional boxer who competed from 1989-2012 and was the world champion in the super welterweight class in 2009. In 2010, she also survived a murder attempt by her husband, James Martin. He stabbed Christy multiple times and shot her at their Florida home, but she survived. In 2012, James was convicted of attempted second-degree murder and sentenced to 25 years in prison.
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“Over the past few months, I’ve been immersed in training to bring to life the story of an incredible woman — a true champion who fought battles both inside and outside the ring,” Sweeney wrote. “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 CHRISTY MARTIN.”