There was a time in recent history when Antonio Margarito was widely considered one of the most avoided men in the sport. A dangerous pressure fighter, the Tijuana Tornado's aim has always been to charge forward regardless of circumstance, often times taking multiple punches to land just one of his own. For most fighters that strategy is an obvious career-ruiner, however, in … [Read more...]
Margarito’s Sudden Acceptance an Illustration of the Double Standards in Boxing
by DafsAntonio Margarito’s ring return was greeted by many with a ‘forgive and forget’ attitude, with the hand-wrapping controversy a distant memory for fans and media alike; a stark contrast to the outrage and resentment in the public a year ago.I wasn’t offering a welcome back hug to the fighter who claims he was deceived by his immoral trainer. Margarito still disputes today … [Read more...]