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Floyd Mayweather Denies Altercation in London Jewellery Store After Viral Footage

Floyd Mayweather Denies Altercation in London Jewellery Store After Viral FootageLegendary pugilist Floyd Mayweather is denying reports that he got into a physical altercation while shopping in London. On…

Floyd Mayweather Denies Altercation in London Jewellery Store After Viral Footage

Legendary pugilist Floyd Mayweather is denying reports that he got into a physical altercation while shopping in London.

On Tuesday, a video clip of Mayweather shopping at a jewellery store in Hatton Garden in Central London went viral and appeared to show the undefeated boxer getting into a heated confrontation with multiple people before being quickly rushed away from the scene by his security team.

Responding to the slew of reports online, Mayweather denied being involved in any type of physical dispute while visiting the UK.

“Let me set the record straight… there’s no truth to the rumors going around,” Mayweather’s statement began. “I wasn’t punched or touched in any way. What you’re seeing is just my security doing their job to keep things under control. I was in the UK for a quick 48-hour stop to do some shopping, and unfortunately, people let jealousy and negativity fuel false stories. I’m perfectly fine, and there’s really nothing more to it” (h/t Irish Independent).

Floyd Mayweather’s alleged altercation stems from his outspoken support of Israel

According to a report from The Sun, the altercation began when another patron inside the store asked Mayweather if he supported Israel. Mayweather reportedly responded by saying, “Proud to support the Jews.” Mayweather’s response allegedly resulted in a physical altercation according to an eyewitness.

“Someone took a swing at him because of that. It looked very targeted,” the eyewitness reported. “He was bundled out of the shop, but by then, there were multiple people trying to hit him, and pushing his security guards.”

“Floyd took a few hits during it, but his security was trying to push people back. I couldn’t really see Floyd trying to throw any punches back. His guards were just trying to get distance between him and them. They got him into a car and tapped the roof two times, then it sped off. Clearly, they were desperate to get him out of there. It was over within two minutes.”

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Mayweather voiced his support for the Jewish state not long after the conflict between Israel and Hamas began on October 7 of last year. Mayweather even visited Israel and shared a lengthy post on social media pledging his allegiance.

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“I stand with Israel against the Hamas terrorists,” Mayweather wrote. “Hamas do not represent the people of Palestine but are a terrorist group that are attacking innocent lives! I stand for all humans and wish for the safe return of all Americans and Israelis and any human that were kidnapped as hostages during these horrific war crimes.

“This is not a time for politics. This is a time for safety first and foremost. God Bless America. God Bless Israel. God Bless Human Kind!”

Has Jon Jones’ Legacy Surpass Floyd Mayweather? UFC Commentator Says Yes

Has Jon Jones' Legacy Surpass Floyd Mayweather? UFC Commentator Says YesHas Jon Jones surpassed other combat sports greats like Floyd Mayweather? At this point, there’s really no debating that…

Has Jon Jones' Legacy Surpass Floyd Mayweather? UFC Commentator Says Yes

Has Jon Jones surpassed other combat sports greats like Floyd Mayweather?

At this point, there’s really no debating that ‘Bones’ is the greatest mixed martial artist the sport has ever seen. Though some believe his antics outside the Octagon are enough to disqualify him, even his most outspoken haters have acquiesced to the fact that nobody has been as dominant as him over such a significant period of time.

In November, Jones once again made his case for GOAT status via a dominant showing against Stipe Miocic, finishing the two-time titleholder in the third round at UFC 309.

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UFC play-by-play man Jon Anik had a cageside seat for the festivities in Madison Square Garden and believes now more than ever that ‘Bones’ is not just the best MMA fighter the sport has ever seen, but one of the greatest combat sports athletes of all time — even surpassing ‘Money’ Mayweather.

“I think, with respect to Joe Calzaghe and Floyd Mayweather, that Jon Jones has already pushed himself beyond those guys,” Anik told MMA Junkie. “Even if people want to denigrate the Stipe win because it happened at 42 years of age, I don’t think there really is anything left for Jon Jones to accomplish. But there is financial gain to be had.”

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Anik supports Jon Jones banking tens of millions for potential clash with Tom Aspinall

For much of 2024, Jones indicated that his fight against Miocic would be his last. However, ‘Bones’ left the door open during his post-fight interview, revealing that if the UFC wants to book another fight, he’ll meet him at the negotiating table.

“What he wants like that $30-40-50 million payday, which he so deserves at this time because, in heavyweight MMA, anything can happen,” Anik said. “And certainly, in light heavyweight MMA, anything can happen, but the consequences are so great when it comes to four-ounce gloves that these guys chuck.”

It’s unlikely that the UFC would agree to give Jones $20-50 million for a fight with Tom Aspinall when they flat-out refused to give him that same kind of payday for a fight with Francis Ngannou.

Still, UFC CEO Dana White has already expressed confidence that if Jones really wants to fight, they’ll get a deal done.

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Jake Paul Over Floyd Mayweather? Ex-Champ Says YouTube Star Revived Boxing While Floyd Made it a Circus

Jake Paul Over Floyd Mayweather? Ex-Champ Says YouTube Star Revived Boxing While Floyd Made it a CircusIs Jake Paul responsible for boxing’s recent revival? Probably not, but he’s certainly doing a better job of it…

Jake Paul Over Floyd Mayweather? Ex-Champ Says YouTube Star Revived Boxing While Floyd Made it a Circus

Is Jake Paul responsible for boxing’s recent revival?

Probably not, but he’s certainly doing a better job of it than undefeated icon Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather. At least, that’s what former WBA light middleweight world champion Austin Trout thinks.

During a recent appearance on Inside Fighting’s FIGHT SZN, the reigning BKFC welterweight titleholder suggested that despite all the vitriol being spewed at him, ‘The Problem Child’ is actually doing something positive for the sport of boxing while Mayweather is running around the world making a mockery out of it.

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“For instance, what is killing boxing is still killing boxing: Floyd Mayweather. The circus that he’s putting on doesn’t have an ounce of real boxing in it,” Trout said.

Whereas, as I said before, Jake Paul gave us two Fight of the Year candidates, some record-breaking purses, and record-breaking views for some real boxing. His fights specifically maybe were not “real boxing,” but they were coupled with some real shots and real fights. We got to see some great up-and-comers, some well-established unified champions, and everything in between.

A Floyd Mayweather fight, where it’s him versus Gotti, you know, it’s just a circus up and down. There’s no real boxing. The only person that makes any money is Floyd Mayweather. You know, that’s not what’s helping boxing out at all, right? That’s what’s draining the game and giving it a bad name.”

Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson > Mayweather vs. JG3

To be fair, Jake Paul’s fights have become legitimate events — the most recent being his eight-round clash with Mike Tyson at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

Though the fight itself didn’t exactly set the world on fire, more than 70,000 people paid for a ticket to the event and over 100 million people streamed the card, making it one of the most watched events in combat sports history.

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Meanwhile, Mayweather is months removed from his rematch against John Gotti III after their first fight ended in an abrupt disqualification followed by a massive brawl between the two corners.

Their sequel scrap in Mexico City went off without a hitch, but failed to generate any of the excitement they got from their first fight — even if it was for all the wrong reasons.

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Oscar De La Hoya calls out Floyd Mayweather: ‘Stop embarrassing yourself’

Oscar De La Hoya calls out Floyd Mayweather: 'Stop embarrassing yourself'Former world champion boxing star, Oscar De La Hoya appears to be less than a fan of former opponent,…

Oscar De La Hoya calls out Floyd Mayweather: 'Stop embarrassing yourself'

Former world champion boxing star, Oscar De La Hoya appears to be less than a fan of former opponent, Floyd Mayweather — claiming the Grand Rapids puncher is just “embarrassing” himself off the back of his rematch exhibition bout with John Gotti III earlier this month in Mexico City.

Mayweather, who retired from professional boxing back in 2017, most recently improved his perfect record to 50-0 in a showdown against mixed martial arts star, Conor McGregor — landing a tenth round TKO win over the Dublin striker in their grudge match in Las Vegas.

Oscar De La Hoya slams Canelo Alvarez as a 'Piece of S***': 'You're making the wrong enemies'

As for De La Hoya, the former world champion boxer called time on his decorated in-ring career back in 2008 following a stunning knockout loss to common-foe, Manny Pacquiao — and has since turned his hand to promoting under the Golden Boy Promotions banner.

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Oscar De La Hoya hits out at Floyd Mayweather’s exhibition bouts

However, sharing his thoughts on Mayweather’s rematch exhibition bout with Gotti III earlier this month — in which the former fired an official mid-fight on his way to a pummeling decision, De La Hoya hit out as his former foe for hosting “embarrassing” exhibitions.

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“Floyd Mayweather fought another exhibition against (John) Gotti (III) last Saturday, a real sh*t show that left the crowd booing in the arena at the end,” Oscar De La Hoya said on his Instagram account. “In the middle of the second round, Floyd literally had the referee swapped out. He didn’t like that the referee told him to stop hitting behind the head. Floyd is used to having the refs do whatever he wants, and he wasn’t getting his way this time.

“It was so embarrassing,” Oscar De La Hoya explained. “Floyd, you’re 50 years old. You’re a legend in this sport, and I’ve stood up for you in countless interviews, including Shannon Sharpe’s podcast last week. But you have to stop embarrassing yourself with these exhibitions. I know life i hard and life is expensive, but come one man, put your legacy first. Nobody wants to remember you like this.”

Sean O’Malley wants Floyd Mayweather: ‘I would love that … put him out’

Sean O'Malley wants Floyd Mayweather: 'I would love that ... put him out'Ahead of his return to fighting next month in the main event of Noche UFC at the Las Vegas…

Sean O'Malley wants Floyd Mayweather: 'I would love that ... put him out'

Ahead of his return to fighting next month in the main event of Noche UFC at the Las Vegas Sphere, undisputed bantamweight champion, Sean O’Malley has once more staked his claim for a potential future boxing move — in the form of a lucrative pairing against former world champion veteran, Floyd Mayweather.

O’Malley, the current undisputed bantamweight champion, is slated to headline UFC 306 next month at a monumental event at the Las Vegas Sphere, taking on surging number one ranked challenger, Georgian grappling star, Merab Dvalishvili.

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Most recently headlining UFC 299 back in March, Montana striker, O’Malley avenged his sole professional defeat in the form of a dominant unanimous decision win over two-time foe, Marlon Vera — landing a one-sided victory against the Ecuadorian challenger.

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As for former multiple weight and time world boxing champion, Mayweather, the Michigan veteran featured in an exhibition rematch against New York puncher, John Gotti III in Mexico City — likely beating the latter over the course of eight rounds in a non-scored pairing.

Sean O’Malley eyes future Floyd Mayweather showdown

However, appearing to hopefully land himself in the squared circle in the near future, Sean O’Malley claims he would knock out Mayweather if they ever laced up the gloves against each other.

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“”The first couple of highlights I watched from like round one and three, Floyd (Mayweather) was piecing him (John Gotti III) up, looking good as f*ck,” Sean O’Malley said on his podcast. “Like pull two’s… It was pretty f*cking sick… Me vs Floyd? I would love that, that would be crazy. Just get him right at the end, put him out, and put him in.”

Minting himself as the undisputed bantamweight champion back in August of last year, Contender Series product, O’Malley turned in an impressive second round win over former champion, Aljamain Sterling — stopping the Uniondale native with a stunning knockout win in Boston, Massachusetts.

Floyd Mayweather fires referee on the spot during Gotti III rematch – Mayweather vs. Gotti 2 Highlights

Floyd MayweatherFloyd Mayweather’s return to the ring on Saturday night was fairly uneventful aside from one particular moment in the…

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Floyd Mayweather’s return to the ring on Saturday night was fairly uneventful aside from one particular moment in the second round.

Emanating from Arena CDMX in Mexico City, ‘Money’ ran back his June 2023 clash with Gotti III after their first meeting ended in a sixth-round disqualification followed by an all-out brawl between the two corners that eventually spilled to the outside of the ring and backstage.

Unfortunately, there was nothing nearly as entertaining this time around as Mayweather mostly danced around and picked apart his opponent with potshots until the end mercifully came in the eighth round.

Though Mayweather clearly won the fight, no winner was announced as this was just another meaningless exhibition match.

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Official Result: Floyd Mayweather and John Gotti III fight to a draw (no decision).

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However, there was one rather interesting moment in the second where Mayweather fired their referee.

Near the halfway point of the second round, the referee issued a warning to Mayweather for hitting the back of Gotti’s head. ‘Money’ disagreed and essentially told the referee to take a hike. As the undefeated icon began to grow more frustrated, the referee finally made his way out of the ring and a substitute stepped in to take over officiating duties for the remainder of the fight.

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