Bokssport

Bokssport is the sport of boxing, a combat sport in which two opponents compete in a ring, wearing padded gloves and hand wraps. The objective is to land legal punches on the opponent while avoiding counters, with outcomes decided by points, knockout, or technical knockout.

Modern boxing arose in 17th- to 18th-century England and was formalized under the Marquis of Queensberry Rules, which introduced the use of gloves, three-minute rounds, and defined fouls and scoring. Since then boxing has split into professional and amateur forms, each with its own competition structures.

Professional boxing uses a scoring system in which judges award rounds, typically the 10-point must system, and most world-title bouts are scheduled for 12 rounds. Outcomes include knockout or technical knockout, among others. Amateur boxing emphasizes technique and speed and has shorter bouts, with events organized by national federations under international supervision; safety gear such as headgear has varied over time and by competition.

Equipment includes gloves, hand wraps, and a mouthguard. Fighters also wear trunks and shoes, and compete in a ring with four ropes. Safety and medical protocols are integral to events, including pre-fight medicals and post-fight evaluations.

Governing bodies: major professional organizations include the WBC, WBA, IBF, and WBO, which oversee rankings and sanction world titles. Amateur boxing has been governed by international federations through national associations, and boxing is a core sport in the Olympic Games and in world amateur championships.

Bokssport has a global following and a long history of notable athletes, dramatic matches, and debates over safety and regulation. The sport continues to evolve with evolving rules, training methods, and safety standards.