Compare And Contrast Antonio And Felix

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“Amigo brothers”
Antonio and Felix both dream of being a light weight champion, but they each have a different boxing style
They both worked out at a boys club on sixteenth avenue. They also both have a silver and bronze medallion. They both live in New york city.
Antonio and Felix both dream of being a light weight champion, but they both have a different boxing style
Antonio is fair, lean, and lanky,while Felix is dark,short,and lanky.Antonio has long hair over his eyes, while Felix has black hair in natural afro style. Antonio is a better boxer when Felix is a better slugger. Antonio weighs 133lbs when Felix weighs 134lbs.
My opinion on Felix and antonio is them both put together would make a champion. They are both really good at

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