Anyone who loves boxingeven the sports most diehard supportersmust take a longer and more serious look at the issues that Tris Dixon writes about with such nuance and humanity in Damage...theres no better argument for more studies discussion and awareness than this book a volume equal parts heartbreaking and inspiring with respect to the need for change.Greg Bishop Senior Writer Sports IllustratedThe secret history brain damage in boxing has never been fully tolduntil now. From the story behind Muhammad Alis deterioration to firsthand accounts from the fighters themselves including the beloved Micky Ward.In Damage author Tris Dixon delivers a gripping history of boxings darkest secretCTE Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy which was known previously as Dementia Pugilistica and Punch Drunk Syndrome.This highlyanticipated book has already generated intense discussion on social media about the innerconflict that comes with being a fan of the sweet science and the difficulty involved in witnessing the devastating brain trauma suffered by the warriors who fight for the entertainment of millions. Unfortunately the promoters managers and other nonparticipants who profit from the violence have long looked the other way. Will this book finally drive them to address the issue and help fighters get the help they deserve