Summary
A home video of Francesca Hennessy running as a child went viral and inspired her journey to become an elite boxer. Now 21, Francesca is preparing for a significant boxing match that could lead to a title opportunity.
Key Facts
- Francesca Hennessy was filmed by her father, Mick, running as a child; the video went viral with over four million views on Instagram.
- Mick Hennessy is a boxing promoter who also helped guide famous boxers Tyson Fury and Carl Froch.
- Francesca learned boxing from her father and started sparring at age 11.
- She will fight Ellie Bouttell in a WBC title eliminator, aiming to challenge for a world championship.
- Francesca has used boxing to overcome personal challenges, including body-image issues.
- She spoke at the Houses of Parliament about how boxing can positively impact young people.
- Her upcoming fight will be broadcast live on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer.
