Rómulo Quirarte trains boxers in Tijuana, a city known for producing 21 world champions. He reflects on his childhood of poverty and hardship while building a legacy in the sport. The film features voices from the boxing community and the local area, detailing how Tijuana's vibrant boxing scene developed and the impact it has on the lives of its residents.

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Meet boxing trainer Rómulo Quirarte and his story.
See how Tijuana became a boxing hub.
Find out about the local boxing culture.

Did You Know

Tijuana has produced 21 world champions in boxing.
Rómulo Quirarte faced a tough childhood marked by poverty and loss.
The documentary has a runtime of 94 minutes.

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Boxing enthusiastsSports documentary fansTijuana culture lovers

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How many world champions has Tijuana produced in boxing?

Tijuana has produced 21 world champions in boxing.

Who is Rómulo Quirarte?

Rómulo Quirarte is a boxing trainer who has played a key role in Tijuana's boxing culture.

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