Boxing Out of Poverty and Prison in Thailand

Samson stands with gloves aloft, posing for photographers after defeating her opponent. She was the first convict ever to win the World Boxing Council’s light-flyweight title while still serving time.

Going the Distance
Samson stands with gloves aloft, posing for photographers after defeating her opponent. She was the first convict ever to win the World Boxing Council's light-flyweight title while still serving time.

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