Mexico and Boxing Make History with the National Boxing Class

In a tremendous collaborative effort between the Mexican government, led by President Claudia Sheinbaum, with the invaluable support of Miguel Torruco, and the World Boxing Council and its President Mauricio Sulaimán, the largest National Boxing Class in history was held.

From Mexico City’s Zócalo, President Claudia Sheinbaum led the simultaneous launch of the National Boxing Class in all public squares across the country, via a link to all 32 states of the country.

“We are gathered from this emblematic setting, connected to all the states of the Republic, showing the world that Mexico is a country of unity, of solidarity, but especially a country of peace and prosperity.

“This class is a message to all of Mexico and the world. In Mexico, we build peace and prosperity and always choose to be a free, independent, and sovereign country. We Mexicans have a brave, free, and just spirit; we are a supportive and fraternal people; we never leave anyone behind,” the President commented.

In front of thousands of people of all ages who participated in the National Boxing Class, she emphasized that this activity shows that Mexico is a country that favors education, sports, peace, and love.
“Young Mexicans say: no to violence, no to addictions. The people of Mexico say: no to racism, no to classism, no to sexism. The people of Mexico say: yes, to education, yes to sports, yes to peace, yes to love.”
President Sheinbaum asserted that the National Boxing Class also serves as an example of how sports make people freer, healthier, and happier.
The National Boxing Class was attended by great boxing champions such as Julio César Chávez, Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz, Mariana “Barby” Juárez, Yesica Nery Plata, Lulu Juárez, Oscar de la Hoya; Irma García; Rubén “Puas” Olivares; Rafael Limón; Roberto “Manos de Piedra” Durán; Carlos Zárate; Humberto “Chiquita” González; Marco Antonio Barrera; José Luis Bueno; Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz; David “Rey” Picasso; Rey Vargas; Marilyn Badillo, Marco Antonio Barrera, Carlos Zárate; Irma García, among others.

Pleased to welcome the boxing community to the Zócalo square, Mexico City Mayor Clara Brugada was emphatic in stating that this National Boxing Class is the joint effort of many people who continue the strategy of making Mexico City a healthier place, free from violence, through sports. For WBC President Mauricio Sulaimán, this is a dream come true, as Mexico is the hug and epicenter for champions, and all citizens were part of boxing, experiencing it alongside the legends of the sport and our champions, as well as the great coaches and trainers Mexico has.

He gave a special thanks to everyone who made this dream a GREAT reality. A celebration from Mexico to the world where we connected with our champion ambassadors:

Mariana Juárez – Guadalajara
Cristian Mijares – Durango
Marco Antonio Rubio – Torreón
Monterey – Jhonny Gonzalez
Oaxaca – Carlos Cuadras
Mérida – Francisco Vargas
Hidalgo – Pipino Cuevas
Cuarnavca – César Bazan
Acapulco – Marcos Villasana
Erik Morales and Jackie Nava – Tijuana
Yamileth Mercado – Chihuahua
Alfonso Zamora – Aguascalientes
Ana María Torres, Kika Chávez, and Ibeth Zamora – Toluca
To name just a few states.

The president Sheinbaum also thanked the World Boxing Council for their presence and hard work over the months to carry out this historic National Boxing Class.

It’s important to note that April 6th is the International Day of Sport and Peace, celebrated through the #WhiteCard campaign, so it was a key point in this major event.

Peace and Sport is the international organization that leads the commemoration of the International Day of Sports for Development and Peace that takes place every April 6, coinciding with the National Boxing Class.

On August 23, 2013, the United Nations Organization proclaimed April 6 as the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace to recognize the positive role of sport and physical activity in the lives of people in everyone.