Chihuahua municipal boxing tournament draws 2,000 spectators
The Torneo Box de Barrios opened on Saturday, 26 July 2026, at the Vistas Cerro Grande linear park in Chihuahua, Mexico. The event, arranged by the municipal government through the Instituto Municipal de Cultura Física y Deporte (IMCFD) and the Municipal Boxing Committee, attracted close to 2,000 spectators.
IMCFD director Juan José Abdo announced a record registration of 752 boxers – men and women – from more than 60 gyms across nine municipalities. Mayor Marco Bonilla emphasized the platform’s role in preparing local talent for international competition. The opening featured over 20 bouts, and participants received autographed shirts with assistance from the Mexican Olympic Committee. The tournament will continue every weekend until 29 August, alternating male and female divisions.
Entities: Chihuahua (Mexico) · Instituto Municipal de Cultura Física y Deporte (IMCFD) · Juan José Abdo · Marco Bonilla
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Approximately 2,000 spectators attended the opening of the tournament.
- [● 2 SOURCES] IMCFD director Juan José Abdo announced a record registration of 752 boxers from more than 60 gyms across nine municipalities.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Torneo Box de Barrios opened on Saturday, 26 July 2026, at the Vistas Cerro Grande linear park in Chihuahua, Mexico.
- [● 2 SOURCES] More than 20 matches were scheduled for the opening day.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The event is organized by the municipal government through the Instituto Municipal de Cultura Física y Deporte (IMCFD) and the Municipal Boxing Committee.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Mayor Marco Bonilla tasked the tournament platform with strengthening local talent for international competition.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The tournament will continue every weekend until 29 August, featuring both male and female divisions.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Autographed shirts were given to participants with support from the Mexican Olympic Committee.