Watch Death of a Champion, Birth of a Rule: The Tony Marino Story
- 2016
- 31 min
In early 1937, former bantamweight champ Tony Marino died following a bout. His death resulted in the creation of the three-knockdown rule, which is now universal in the sport of boxing. This documentary examines Marino's life, death and career, as well as the creation of the three-knockdown rule and its impact on the sport.