3 close in on US women's boxing trials titles

GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer Published:


Underwood won the most thrilling bout of the landmark tournament's first four days, weathering hundreds of punches from 19-year-old N'yteeyah Sherman before pulling out a 25-24 victory with a strong fourth round.


The three winners must win again Saturday in the double-elimination tournament to advance to the world championships in May. If they finish in the top eight in China, they'll head to London for the first Olympic women's boxing tournament.