Boxing in Cuba

Namibia Flores was the only female boxer in Cuba for years. She has been training for almost two decades, with the dream of representing Cuba at the Olympics.

Cuba to allow women boxers to compete after decades of restrictions

December 19, 2022Sports

Since the time of former President Fidel Castro’s revolution, women have been banned from competitive boxing. Starting this month, though, women are now allowed to work and compete as professional boxers, ushering in a new era for the sport.

Boxers train at the Rafael Trejo boxing gym in Old Havana, Cuba

‘The best is yet to come’: Cuban boxers make a professional comeback after 60-year ban is lifted

June 14, 2022Sports