Kronk Gym is hallowed ground in the boxing world. Opened shortly after World War I, Kronk, lead by famous trainer Emanuel Steward, has trained some of the greatest boxers the world has ever seen.
Additionally, in the ESPN piece, Joe Louis Arena was ranked at number 61.
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49. The Kronk Gym
Location: Detroit. Opened: 1920. capacity: Not applicable.
Because this legendary gym, which closed two years ago but remains standing, is where 37 world champions trained, including Thomas Hearns, Evander Holyfield and Lennox Lewis.
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61. Joe Louis Arena
Location: Detroit. Opened: 1978. Capacity: 20,066.
Because it's the city hall of Hockey Town, USA (but bring your own octopus).
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