Enthusiasm and celebrity endorsements are mounting for Mexico City’s ambitious attempt to retain its Guinness World Record with a massive boxing class scheduled for June 17. Sylvester Stallone and Floyd Mayweather Jr. have both expressed their support for this unique event, highlighting its significance and the broad appeal of boxing as a sport.

Sylvester Stallone, iconic for his role as ‘Rocky,’ extended his best wishes to participants through social media, emphasizing the event’s importance in promoting boxing. Floyd Mayweather Jr., a name synonymous with boxing excellence, also shared his admiration for the initiative, further elevating its profile. Their endorsements underscore the event’s appeal and the growing excitement among boxing enthusiasts and the general public alike.

The Government of Mexico City is spearheading this grand endeavor, aiming to attract 15,000 participants and maintain the Guinness Record set in 2022. A significant public investment, exceeding 50 million pesos in 2022 for various events, underscores the government’s commitment to cultural and sports activities. Among these, the concert by Tigres del Norte stood out, with more than 23 million pesos allocated to it, showcasing the scale and diversity of events supported by the city’s administration.