Don't pretend you know anything more about Al Haymon's level of culpability than anyone else. With lawsuits seeking damages from both Golden Boy and Top Rank, Haymon faces charges of shady business tactics as well as widespread violations of the Muhammad Ali Act. But, again, don't pretend that you know anything regarding whether those allegations are actually true. The media … [Read more...]
The Little Book of Big Boxing Lies; Magno’s Monday Rant
Lies are part of the boxing business. If one cares to pay attention, not a day goes by without a hearty helping of bullshit. From publicist spin to fake job offers from wannabe power brokers, I deal with lies just about every waking moment as a boxing writer. Somebody's always selling something or trying to hustle you or leech from you. The useful idiots in our business … [Read more...]
ShoulderGate Explained: The Sunday Brunch
"...But, do you at least think there's something that Pacquiao could have done more to ensure a win...? - Reporter "Yeah. Take his shot before the fight." - Bob Arum Hola Amigos y familia, welcome to a one-armed, heavily medicated edition of Panama City's highest rated, most money-spinning proper pugilistic paper, The Sunday Brunch - We are the Super Soaker of truth … [Read more...]
Team Pacquiao’s Chickens Come Home To Roost; Magno’s Monday Rant
"...Fear is a friend of exceptional people.” -- Cus D'Amato It's hard to really take your opponent seriously when you've been told constantly for more than five years that he's running scared from you, cowering at the very thought of facing his comeuppance. When your most trusted advisers and coaches have blown smoke up your ass about their dogged pursuit of this villainous … [Read more...]
Mayweather-Pacquiao: Is The Fix In? Magno’s Monday Rant
Back when George Foreman was making his infamous comeback, a teenage me approached my boxing mentor after hearing that some of Big George's early opponents had been accused of taking a dive. "I don't see it," said a wide-eyed me. "There's too much money involved to have these fights fixed." The response I got stuck with me. "There's too much money in play for them NOT … [Read more...]