Mexicans flock to gladiator games

Young men dream of fame and fortune in the world of professional wrestling.

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It involves flying kicks, headlocks and often, crushing blows.

Yet professional wrestling is a career choice scores of young men in Mexico dream about. For some, it is a one-way ticket to fame and fortune.

A school in the capital is teaching young would-be gladiators all the tricks and moves they need to succeed in the sport.

Al Jazeera’s Franc Contreras reports from Mexico City.

Source: Al Jazeera