I have always been a fan of Floyd Mayweather’s cocky and brash persona, however, after the antics that were displayed during and after his fight with Victor Ortiz my opinion of the champion has changed.
Whilst Mayweather had every right to take advantage of the close proximity he had on Ortiz and landing the two punches that ultimately ended the fight, the thing that disgruntled me the most was the lack of sportsmanship he failed to display.
The less experienced boxer in Ortiz had no business to try and kiss and make-up with Mayweather inside the squared circle after the blatant head butt on Floyd. That is what the referee is there for and hence Joe Cortez calling for the one point deduction after the illegal move.
Let’s be honest, Ortiz made an error in judgment. He left himself open and failed to protect himself when referee Cortez called “fight”.
Although Mayweather was the more dominant (scoring 10-9 in all four rounds) and was arguably certain of a win, his retaliation to the head butt spoke volumes and fell short of the legendary fighter he has always claimed to be. As the saying goes, “Two wrongs don’t make a right”.
After all that’s said and done, Mayweather’s unsportsmanlike behaviour was disappointing to say the least. A win might be a win, but to have your hand raised under those circumstances is certainly nothing to be proud of. He cheated himself and his fans. Whether Floyd thinks the same is another story but if not, then I guess he has well and truly earned his “Money” title.
What has this done to his credibility? Absolutely nothing. If anything, he has lost a few fans (including me) and his reputation as “Bad Boy Floyd” has surged.
There is only one thing that could save his 42-win legacy. I know what it is, you know what it is and he knows what it is. Call me a harsh critic but as far as I am concerned his wins count for nothing until he steps up and fights Manny Pacquiao.
That’s not to say I discredit all he has done inside the ring but to be the best, you have to fight best.
So come on Floyd, be a man and take the on the challenge that everyone wants to see. Fight Pac.
DP
Guest
Well written. I've never been a fan of Pretty Boy Flloyd. I have respect for him as a fighter but his actions in this fight were those of a first time brawler trying to make a name for himself. He did himself no favours at all. Agreed... Step up against The Pac Man. At least get some credibility back
Iron Mike
Guest
I couldn't agree more, the fact that he was winning anyway and didn't have to do it makes it worse, had a chance to be the better man but instead lowed himself down to Ortiz level is disappointing but Ortiz should of known better and did give him a head butt so some might say fight fire with fire but I think he should took the high road and would of won anyway.
The Grafter
Guest
Personally I dont have a problem with what happened on Sunday. The first thing a fighter is taught is protect yourself at all times. What I do have an issue with is Mayweather. Always have, always will. Bring on the Pacman fight next year. Hopefully the great man can hammer some respect into Mayweather.