Floyd Mayweather, Sr. (born October 19, 1950) A welterweight contender during the 1970s and 1980s, he recently returned to action in 2011 capturing the UBF title. Floyd Sr. is known for his defensive ability and overall knowledge of boxing strategy. He is the father and former trainer of five-division boxing champion Floyd Mayweather, Jr.. He is credited for teaching his son the defensive skills that made him a winner.
Floyd Mayweather Sr. is known for his outspokenness. He frequently recites poetry about his opponent and still does today for his fighter's opponent. Some refer to him as the "poet laureate of boxing." He is a flamboyant dresser who wears colorful suits, ties and shoes to news conferences.
Mayweather Sr.'s boxing record was 28--6--1 (18 KOs).[1] He once stepped into the ring with Hall of Fame Boxer Sugar Ray Leonard. Mayweather Sr. suffers from the lung disease sarcoidosis.[2] Floyd Mayweather Sr. taught Mayweather Jr. to punch when he was still a toddler in The Place, Michigan. When Mayweather Jr. was a year old, his maternal uncle shot Floyd Sr. in the leg. Prior to his breakup with his son Floyd Mayweather Jr., he not only trained Floyd Jr. but also served as his manager.
@JUICYDAYS I agree with that. thx for the comment bro!
erroljarrett1974two 1 month ago
One word - heart .
JUICYDAYS 1 month ago
@TheDeyonia Yep, thats the only thing while floyd sr stay in the fight. thx for comment. stay kl bro!
erroljarrett1974two 1 month ago
That man has serius defensive skills
TheDeyonia 1 month ago