Albuquerque honors Johnny Tapia as boxing events spotlight the sport's future
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 11:55 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Albuquerque held a ceremony honoring Johnny Tapia on July 2. Nearby, Terence Crawford's gym in Omaha remains a key training site for fighters, reflecting the sport's ongoing grassroots support. In contrast, the once-bustling Atlantic City area, associated with Mike Tyson, is now mostly vacant. New talent continues to emerge, signifying that boxing remains resilient despite challenges.
- •Johnny Tapia was honored in Albuquerque on July 2.
- •Terence Crawford's gym in Omaha maintains its importance.
- •Mike Tyson's Atlantic City turf has become largely vacant.
- •Emerging fighters indicate boxing's resilience and future potential.
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"Albuquerque honors Johnny Tapia. Terence Crawford's Omaha gym holds its ground. Mike Tyson's glitzy Atlantic City turf has become a vacant lot. But a Mexican Monster and an American prodigy prove that boxing can -- and will -- survive.
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