boxing

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He has covered the Olympics, the NFL, college football, college basketball, tennis, horse racing, boxing and MMA during his time with WSJ Sports.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

He said UFC fighters "typically receive under 20 percent of the revenue, compared to boxing, where fighters can earn up to 80 percent."

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

At his boxing gym, he played one of the late rapper’s tracks during his training, then the other fighters immediately responded to it.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

Ownership of more TV stations gives Nexstar increased leverage against traditional power brokers like the national broadcasters—and the ability to save money on network fees by boxing out those brands altogether.

From Slate • Apr. 21, 2026

According to the story, Arthur threw his arms into the air like a boxing champion and crowed, “Got me one!”

From "Wringer" by Jerry Spinelli