At the end of a dramatic press conference packed with explosive arguments and heated confrontations, boxing sensation Canelo Alvarez launched a scathing attack on his former mentor and promoter, Oscar de La Hoya.
The four-division world champion and his former boss de La Hoya have been embroiled in an ongoing feud, most of which has played out in public, stirring the boxing community. But the heated press conference was the stage where all pretense of civility was frittered away and the exhibition of raw bitterness came out in full force.
“Canelo ERUPTS on De La Hoya after HEATED press conference!” read the headline that has been viral in the boxing circles since the incident. It was a show of Alvarez’s unfiltered and robust emotions as he did not hold back from expressing his disappointment against De La Hoya.
It’s rare to witness such charged sentiments in boxing conferences, where most participants prefer to maintain a higher degree of restraint and professionalism. But Alvarez’s fiery display has elevated him as a boxer unafraid to speak his mind, demonstrating why he’s not just a force inside the ring but also a passionate and fiercely principled personality outside it.
Alvarez worked under De La Hoya’s Golden Boy Promotions for most of his career and their fallout was a shock to many in the boxing community. The Mexican professional boxer, renowned for his technical skills and power, branded his former promoter a liar and accused him of withholding money. The situation got tense when allegations about De La Hoya’s treatment of his fighters started floating around, adding fuel to the simmering disagreement.
“He doesn’t do anything in Golden Boy… He’s worried about drinking and being involved in other things,” the visibly livid Alvarez claimed. He didn’t mince any words while expressing his discontent about his former promoter.
De La Hoya, in his defense, has previously stated that his role was limited in promotional duties and the financial matters were mostly handled by other higher-ups in Golden Boy Promotions. He has also mentioned Alvarez’s dissatisfaction stemming from a particular contract condition about potential third-party claims, from a broadcaster in this case.
Amidst this turmoil and public outburst, observers and fans can only hope for a resolution. The boxing world needs their energies invested inside the ring rather than such squabbles. This high-profile feud has the boxing community on tenterhooks, with battles being fought outside the ring. Who would have thought that their concerns would drift from Alvarez’s next opponent in the ring to his ongoing feud with De La Hoya?
Despite all this, Canelo Alvarez continues to be a dominating presence in the world of boxing. His fan-following is unmatched, and his boxing skills are exceptional. Whatever the circumstances, Alvarez never fails to impress with his professionalism and his exceptional talent in the sport. His power-packed punches in the ring and equally powerful off-ringside words continue to make headlines.
As for Oscar De La Hoya, it remains to be seen how this public backlash impacts his popularity and role in the boxing community. Given his significant contributions to the sport and popularity, this situation has definitely put him on the back foot. However, as unwelcome as this scenario might be, it has undoubtedly added an unexpected dimension to the world of boxing. Rest assured, the world is watching intensely to see how the ‘Mexican standoff’ unfolds.
