Why Are Kids Allowed Into Boxing Matches???

[Kerosene]

Just watched a heavyweight bout on Sky Sports which ended in one guy being decked and knocked out. There were a few youngsters, about 2/3 years old, at ringside in mothers' laps, and at least 7/8 others whose ages ranged from about 7 - 12.

I was quite taken aback that not only do people see fit to take virtual infants and toddlers to such a violent spectacle, but that the youngsters are indeed allowed entrance in the first place?

I'm not a prude, but given that we have numerous laws in this country to safeguard youngsters, shouldn't there be a minimum age as well for the likes of boxing? It just doesn't make sense, having them exposed to brutalisation at such tender ages.

[hc4361]

Boxing is a legal sport.
When I was growing up I very much enjoyed watching the wrestling on tv with my mother and grandmother, both of whom would be yelling at the tv.
It never made me violent.

[chelle7272]

Agree or not boxing is a recognised sport. I've watched it since I was small and I'm not a violent person. Kids that age can go to boxing lessons too.

[ChuckFickens]

I've never seen virtual infants or toddlers anywhere, I've only ever seen real ones.

[Sqad]

Kerosen.....you have made a very relevant point in my opinion.

We have made a big deal in making corporal punishment illegal in children as it is "supposed" to breed violence and yet children under 8 years of age are allowed into Boxing events.

However, I have never seen any evidence that convinces me that either of the above examples breeds violence.

[mrs.chappie]

I don't like to see it either.