How is a corner expected to respond with towels and 'breaks' during a bout?

• A. The corner may coach aggressively during action.
• B. The corner can physically block the referee to stop the action.
• C. Corners may provide towels to cool the boxer and must observe breaks called by the referee; they should not interfere with the action.
• D. The corner can remove gloves during rounds.

Answer: (C)

The key idea is that a corner supports the boxer while respecting the referee and the flow of the bout. Towels are used to manage sweat and help cool the boxer between exchanges, which helps prevent overheating and keeps the fighter ready for the next round. When the referee calls a break, the corner must step back and not interfere with the action; they can offer strategic guidance or encouragement only during the breaks, not while the bell is active. They should not touch, block, or try to influence the referee, and they must not remove gloves or otherwise tamper with equipment during rounds. This combination—cooling with towels between exchanges, observing and waiting for breaks, and avoiding interference—best aligns with how corners should operate during a bout.