In 1867, modern boxing (or pugilism) emerged as the sport we recognize, when the Marquess of Queensbury rules for amateur championships were drafted. These rules include the size and structure of the ring, as well as details regarding the three classes of fighters: lightweights, middleweights and heavyweights.
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