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Another Controversial Decision in Boxing
Boxing continues to captivate audiences worldwide, but not without its controversies. This article delves into the challenges boxers face, including the use of banned pain relief drugs, with a spotlight on the recent bout between Floyd Mayweather and Ricky Hatton.
Mayweather's Painful Journey
Boxers endure immense physical strain, often showing signs like gnarled knuckles and swollen wrists. Floyd Mayweather is no stranger to this pain. Known for his speed and skill, the Junior Welterweight titleholder has been hailed by many as the best pound-for-pound boxer of 2005.
Born on February 24, 1977, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, boxing runs in Floyd's family. His father, Floyd Sr., fought Sugar Ray Leonard, and his uncle Roger was a champion in multiple divisions. Unsurprisingly, Floyd Jr. displayed boxing talent from an early age.
He stepped into amateur boxing with an impressive 84-6 record, winning Golden Gloves championships in 1993, 1994, and 1996. Despite a controversial loss in the 1996 Olympics, which earned him a bronze, his prowess was evident.
The Mayweather vs. Hatton Bout
On December 9, Mayweather defeated Ricky Hatton in the 10th round of their World Boxing Council welterweight title fight in Las Vegas. Despite concerns about his hands, Mayweather dismissed them pre-fight. However, Hatton's team was wary of Mayweather potentially gaining an unfair advantage through prohibited pain relief methods.
Lidocaine, a local anesthetic, was a point of contention. While it relieves pain by numbing nerve endings, its use in boxing remains controversial. Mayweather's camp protested the ban on lidocaine, but his hand issues resurfaced in a documentary, highlighting his struggles.
The Ongoing Pain Debate
Veteran fighters like Mayweather and Hatton have long battled to keep their hands healthy, a challenge prevalent among many boxers. Some resort to costly pain relief drugs or even undergo surgery to regain hand strength.
The boxing community remains divided over changing rules about anesthetics, especially in a sport long plagued by drug scandals. As boxers seek to manage their pain, the debate over fair play and safety continues to rage.
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