Boxing Legacies: Backgrounds and Beliefs

This chapter explores the contrasting backgrounds of boxers Evander Holyfield and Mike Tyson, emphasizing how their upbringings shaped their identities and approaches to the sport. It delves into the importance of personal choice, mentorship, and the complexities of discipline in a boxer's development. Additionally, it examines how psychological commitment and self-belief play crucial roles in achieving success in boxing, beyond just talent.