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Boxer Christy Martin Reacts to Sydney Sweeney Portraying Her in Upcoming Biopic

The 'Euphoria' star is set to portray the legendary boxer in a new and yet-to-be-titled biopic.

According to the synopsis, the David Michôd-directed project will tell "the unbelievable true story of formidable Christy Martin, who rose to fame as America's most successful female boxer in the 1990s. - Getty"Christy's charisma, good looks and unwavering resilience in the ring won her a wide fanbase and propelled her to become welterweight champion," the synopsis continues. "Behind this well-honed public persona, Christy tackled personal demons, toxic relationships, and an attempt on her life, proving that a fighter's hardest won victories aren't always in the ring."

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