She goes toe-to-toe with Aldana Florencia Lopez of Argentina.
Two-time national champion at 48 kilos - Shannon Sweeney - gets her first taste of World Championship action this afternoon.
The Westport woman - fighting out of St Anne's Boxing Club - takes on Aldana Florencia Lopez of Argentina.
The winner will progresss to the last-16.
Sweeney's bout is fifth in today's session which gets underway in Istanbul from 4pm Irish time.
Stephen's Day Soccer Update
Manchester United play Newcastle at 8pm.
Stephen's Day Racing Schedule
The Racing Post Novice Chase is the feature on day one of the Christmas Festival at Leopardstown.
Forward Cormac Izuchukwu Signs New Deal With Ulster
Ulster have secured the services of Izuchukwu until the summer of 2028.
Alexander Isak To Be Out For A Couple Of Months After Suffering Leg Injury From Saturday's Game
Isak was injured while scoring a goal against Spurs
Tuesday Morning Sports Update
Keeping you up to date on soccer, rugby and darts.
Leo Cullen Issues Injury Update Ahead Of Saturday's Clash With Munster
Kick off in Thomad Park is at 7:45pm.
Irish Athletes Celebrate Their Most Successful Year Ever
They have won a record 127 medals.
Monday Morning Sports Update
Keeping you up to date on soccer, and darts.
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