WBC Boxing Grand Prix details announced: dates, venue, rules, TV channel, titles and prize pot

Grand meeting on the WBC Boxing Grand Prix

Revealed: $200,000 prize pot and WBC Silver title shot for the winners

The World Boxing Council (WBC) President, Mauricio Sulaimán, led an important virtual meeting with the participants of the highly anticipated Boxing Grand Prix. The virtual meeting served as a platform to detail crucial aspects of the tournament, the first stage of which will be held from April 17 to 20 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

During the session, President Sulaimán connected directly with the boxers and those involved in this significant event, answering their questions and reaffirming the strength of this boxing world cup.

He expressed his deep gratitude to His Excellency Turki Alalsheik for his invaluable support, which was instrumental in making the dream of Don José Sulaimán, long-time President of the WBC, a reality.

He also highlighted the impressive turnout generated by the tournament, with thousands of applications received.

Key Details of the Boxing Grand Prix:

First Stage: April 17-20
Venue: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Divisions: Featherweight / Super Lightweight / Middleweight / Heavyweight
Participants: 32 boxers per division
Countries Represented: Over 40
Bout Format: 64 bouts over 6 rounds
Scoring: Open after the second and fourth rounds
Round End: Buzzer 30 seconds before the end
Judges: Positioned in high chairs for better viewing
Tournament Format: Single Elimination
Results: No draws
Technology: Instant Replay will be implemented
Refereeing: Guaranteed neutrality with referees and judges of different nationalities
Prize: A little over $200,000 for the winners
Reserves: Reserve fighters will be available for any eventuality
Streaming: Exclusive on DAZN

Main Objective:

The Riyadh Season Boxing Grand Prix’s primary objective is to highlight emerging boxing talent, providing a crucial platform for these athletes to gain exposure worldwide.

Additional Reward: In addition to the significant cash prize, Grand Prix champions will earn the right to become mandatory challengers for the WBC Silver title, strategically positioning themselves on the path to world title contention.