How many failures does it take to become a world champion? For Carl Frampton, it was 58. In this raw TEDx talk, the former two-weight World Boxing Champion shares the deeply personal moments that shaped his career, from heartbreaking defeats to standing tall on the Vegas Strip.But this isn’t just a story about sport. It’s about accountability, resilience, and the inner circle that truly matters. Carl reveals how setbacks became signposts, how he got the idea to shrink his circle, silence the noise, and rediscover what it meant to truly commit and become World Champion.Whether you're chasing your own version of a title or trying to bounce back from a knockdown in life, this is a talk about embracing failure, rethinking success, how ideas come from the silence, and daring to believe again.“If I can fail my way to the top, then so can you.” — Carl Frampton Carl Frampton MBE is a former two-weight world boxing champion and one of Northern Ireland’s most celebrated sports figures. Born and raised in Belfast, Carl rose to international prominence through a remarkable career that saw him become the first boxer from the island of Ireland to win world titles in two weight divisions—super bantamweight and featherweight.Known for his grit, humility, and dedication,Carl captured the hearts of fans far beyond the ring. Since retiring in 2021, he has become a respected boxing pundit, commentator, and advocate for youth development and mental health. Carl remains a proud ambassador for Belfast, using his platform to inspire the next generation and champion positive change in sport and society. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx