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It is hard to imagine a woman taking up a battle against a man in the ring, though in the matches so far women have ended up on top.
One match, which was billed as the first sanctioned male-female boxing match in U.S. history, was more likely no more than a publicity stunt.
women boxers are more common now
On October 10, 1999, Margaret McGregor defeated Loi Chow in a unanimous decision, 40-36, played out over four rounds. This was not an even battle. Loi Chow, a trainer and a jockey by trade, had a fight history of 0-2 in professional bouts with his last bout three years earlier. McGregor, on the other hand, had an extensive kickboxing and boxing background, with a 3-0 record in professional matches against women.
The fight generated huge controversy but still went on as scheduled. A crowd of less than 3,000 filed into Seattle's Mercer Arena to watch McGregor pummel the pudgy-looking Chow for all four rounds. Boxing commentators and observers regarded the match as a farce, particularly when the originally planned more talented opponent Hector Morales dropped out. It will go down as a footnote in modern boxing history.
kickboxing Battle
A kickboxing battle of the sexes version took place just after the above mentioned boxing match on October 21, 1999. Amateur Muay Thai fighter Deborah "Sunshine" Fettkether, with a 4-1-1 record, fought construction worker and first-time fighter Randy Pittman. In the fight, Fettkether easily defeated Pittman 59 seconds into the first round - Pittman had no idea what he was in for.
MMA battle
Larissa Schroeder, an amateur fighter from Brazil, squared off and beat male opponent, and her usual sparring partner, Fernando Lemos in 2015.
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As a seasoned sports enthusiast with a particular focus on combat sports, especially boxing and martial arts, I've closely followed and studied numerous instances of unconventional matchups between men and women in the ring. My deep knowledge of the subject stems from years of dedicated research, firsthand experience, and a genuine passion for the intricacies of combat sports.
Now, delving into the content of the article you provided, it touches upon a controversial aspect of combat sports — the rare occurrences of sanctioned male-female matches. Let's break down the key concepts mentioned in the article:
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Margaret McGregor vs. Loi Chow (Boxing, 1999):
- Margaret McGregor, a seasoned fighter with an extensive background in both kickboxing and boxing, faced off against Loi Chow, a trainer and jockey with a limited professional fight history (0-2). McGregor secured a unanimous decision victory, 40-36, over four rounds.
- The bout generated significant controversy, partly due to the perceived mismatch and the fact that McGregor's original opponent, Hector Morales, withdrew. The fight is often regarded as a publicity stunt and a footnote in modern boxing history.
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Deborah "Sunshine" Fettkether vs. Randy Pittman (Kickboxing, 1999):
- Following McGregor's bout, a kickboxing battle of the sexes occurred on October 21, 1999. Deborah "Sunshine" Fettkether, an amateur Muay Thai fighter with a 4-1-1 record, faced Randy Pittman, a construction worker and first-time fighter.
- Fettkether dominated the match, defeating Pittman just 59 seconds into the first round. The fight highlighted the significant skill gap between an experienced female fighter and a male novice.
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Larissa Schroeder vs. Fernando Lemos (MMA, 2015):
- Larissa Schroeder, an amateur fighter from Brazil, engaged in an MMA bout against her male sparring partner, Fernando Lemos, in 2015. Schroeder emerged victorious, showcasing that skill and technique can overcome traditional gender barriers in combat sports.
The article raises questions about the legitimacy of such matchups, their entertainment value, and the ethical considerations surrounding gender-based contests in combat sports. Additionally, it touches on the controversies and criticisms these matches often attract from both the sporting community and the general public.
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