Overview
- Christy, starring Sydney Sweeney as pioneer Christy Martin, opened in U.S. theaters on Nov. 7 with an estimated $600,000 Friday and a projected debut near $1.25 million.
- Sweeney has said she would consider a charity boxing match after intensive preparation for the role that included months of boxing work and significant weight gain.
- Undisputed champion Claressa Shields told TMZ Sports she is willing to train Sweeney, offering basic guidance on using the jab and recommending headgear for a first bout.
- Fans and combat-sports accounts floated potential opponents on social media, with names such as Ronda Rousey and Jake Paul mentioned as speculative matchups.
- Christy Martin praised Sweeney’s portrayal and indicated she would back a potential foray into the ring, as early reviews for the film landed in a mixed range.