Boxer Christy Martin had 1 big tip for Sydney Sweeney
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Sydney Sweeney gets a special training offer from boxing legend Claressa Shields after teasing a possible charity fight.
The real Christy Martin had one request of the filmmakers and writers: "Please don't Hollywoodize my life." They didn't.
Claressa Shields offers to train Sydney Sweeney after actress reveals boxing dream originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Sydney Sweeney may not need to look into getting a trainer since Claressa Shields is open to the role.
"Christy" stars Sydney Sweeney and Ben Foster chat with USA TODAY about their physical transformations and the emotional ramifications of their roles.
Sydney Sweeney shares her intense physical transformation for her Christy Martin biopic, explaining how she gained 35 pounds for the role.