This event has been recognized by AIBA as an annual world ranking Olympic-style event and will feature the top two U.S. boxers in the 12 Olympic weight classes. The inaugural Muhammad Ali Cup will be the can t miss event of the 1997 USA Boxing schedule, and will be the premier Olympic-style amateur boxing tournament in North America for years to come. AIBA World Championships. The U.S. team will qualify through the Muhammad Ali Cup. This tournament will establish a world champion in each of the twelve Olympic weight classes.
Most world champions go on to become Olympic champions.
Inter-nation dual competitions. In 1997 USA Boxing will continue its USA versus the World Dual series. Dual competitions featuring the top U.S. Olympic-style boxers competing against another country s elite are scheduled for September and November of 1997. These events provide an opportunity for members of the U.S. Team to gain international experience. General information Olympic-style boxing features 12 weight classes.