Behind the Scenes: GGG vs Martirosyan - Photos by Melina Pizano/HBO Boxing - 05/05/18

Last night Cecilia Braekhus and Kali Reis were HBO's first televised women's bout. It was also my first time being hired by HBO as a 2nd photographer. It was an honor to work for HBO, especially on such a historical night, and to also be given the opportunity to photograph Gennady "GGG" Golovkin before his bout with Vanes Martirosyan made it truly an unforgettable experience. I'm so grateful to Ed and the HBO team for the opportunity. As well as my family, friends, and boyfriend, Jon-Michael, for the encouragement and support leading up to last night.

All photos taken at the Stubhub Center in Carson, Calif., on Saturday, May 5, 2018.
 

Undefeated welterweight champion Cecilia Braekhus gets her hand wrapped by trainer, Johnathan Banks, before her bout against Kali Reis.

Welterweight (former middleweight champion) Kali Reis prepares for her bout with Cecilia Braekhus.

Welterweight Cecilia Braekhus prepares with her trainer, Johnathan Banks, before her bout against Kali Reis.

Middleweight Vanes Martirosyan in his dressing room before his bout with Gennady "GGG" Golovkin.

Middleweight Gennady "GGG" Golovkin in his dressing room before his bout with Vanes Martirosyan.