Sydney Sweeney Set to Step into the Ring as Boxing Icon Christy Martin in New Biopic

Actress Sydney Sweeney is stepping into the ring for her next big role, portraying boxing legend Christy Martin in an upcoming biopic. The talented actress, known for her roles in “Euphoria” and “Anyone But You,” is set to tackle the challenging role under the direction of David Michôd, known for his work on films like “Animal Kingdom” and “The King.”

Martin, a member of the International Boxing Hall of Fame, made history as one of the pioneers of women’s boxing. She was the first woman to sign with legendary boxing promoter Don King and graced the cover of Sports Illustrated as the first female boxer to do so. However, Martin’s life took a dark turn in 2010 when her husband attempted to kill her in a violent attack, leaving her with multiple stab wounds and gunshot wounds.

Sweeney’s interest in the project stems from her own passion for combat sports, having trained in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and being a fan of MMA. She expressed her excitement for the role, highlighting the emotional and physical challenges of portraying Martin’s inspiring story of overcoming adversity and breaking gender stereotypes in the boxing world.

While the biopic’s title is yet to be revealed, Sweeney is gearing up to start production later this year in the U.S. The actress recently debuted a new dark hair look at the Met Gala, hinting at her upcoming transformation to embody Martin on screen. With Sweeney’s dedication and passion for the project, audiences can expect a powerful and emotional portrayal of the iconic boxer’s journey to the top.