Where should the opponent go after a knockdown?

• A. The neutral corner designated by the referee
• B. Opponent's corner
• C. The center of the ring
• D. Outside the ring

Answer: (A)

When a boxer is knocked down, the one who was knocked down must move to the neutral corner designated by the referee. This spot is set aside specifically to give space for the count and to keep the downed boxer away from the other boxer and their corner, reducing the chance of interference or coaching during the count. The count continues until the boxer rises or the referee stops the fight. Going to the opponent’s corner, the center of the ring, or outside the ring would not follow the official procedure, whereas the neutral corner is the designated safe place for this moment.