(JULY 22) The International
Boxing Day celebrated on today, on July 22nd, will take place
online this year due to the pandemic situation. AIBA member
countries will take part in the celebration.
It has been originated in 2017 in
Russia and recognized by the AIBA Executive Committee in 2019.
The second edition will take place worldwide by awarding
ceremony AIBA “Best in Boxing”. Each National Federation will
award:
• Best elite woman boxer
• Best elite man boxer
• Best youth woman boxer
• Best youth man boxer
• Best coach
• Best official
• Best referee and judge
• Best cutman
• Best boxing school
• Best innovative project
Each of the nominees will receive certificates, and three
categories - elite men, elite women, and coaches will receive a
limited edition of the GreenHill gloves (athletes) and training
pads (coaches).
‘Despite the challenges, despite the difficulties that AIBA is
facing, despite the COVID-19 pandemic, we decided to celebrate
the International Boxing Day all around the world by awarding
all the actors of our sport,’ said AIBA Interim President Dr.
Mohamed Moustahsane.
