Johnny Tapia was one of boxing's flamboyant and colourful characters, inside the ring he dazzled fans with his unorthodox yet crowd pleasing style, but away from the bright lights lurked the demons of a troubled youth and the constant struggle to be revered by his peers.

Sean & Johnston bring the story of a man and a fighter that overcame real adversity but would battle with the dark temptations that would ultimately be the downfall of this once great champion.

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