Julio Cesar Chavez
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Synopsis
Acting
The Civil War: Chavez vs. de la Hoya
For Mexican and Mexican American communities, boxing is more than a sport. From ring walk-ins to trunks, opponents take full advantage of the theatrical spectacle, narrating their histories and the stories of their individual fanbases. In 1996, Oscar De La Hoya, the charismatic golden boy from East L.A, challenged Mexican-born boxing legend Julio César Chávez in what was billed as the “ultimate glory” fight. Mexicans on both sides of the border were forced to choose their favorite champ: the record-holding immigrant from humble beginnings, or the younger and more marketable Olympian born in the U.S. These rivals felt the pressure to prove their athletic superiority, while the fans’ choice of champion revealed the type of Mexican they aspired to be.
Tribute to the Kings: Julio César Chávez Jr. vs Anderson Silva
Tribute to the Kings is a special night in honour of the first-family of Mexican boxing - Julio Cesar Chavez Sr., Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and Omar Chavez. Three of them will take part in boxing bouts.
Mexican Fighter
The historical impact of Mexican fighters in mixed martial arts.
