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June 07, 2006
Big Fish
Was really enjoying an interview with Antonio "Magic Man" Tarver about the upcoming rematch with Hopkins — Tarver's really smooth and engaging on the mic, and actually answers questions, which is a nice change from the usual stick-to-the-script routine most guys give. Then the reporters asked him for a prediction on the fight, and he said Hopkins wouldn't see the sixth round. Stand away from the paint fumes, Antonio Tarver! Hopkins may be 41 years old, but he's one of the few boxers around whom you might actually refer to as a "warrior" and mean it. My heart's with him — even though he whines when he loses, he punches all my sentimental buttons: stylistically, personally, sartorially — but good sense says Tarver's youth and speed and overall momentum will carry the night. Tarver by decision. If Hopkins can't knock him out in the late rounds, which is the longshot chance given Tarver's recent dramatic weight loss after beefing up to play a heavyweight in the next Rocky movie. Ahh...multitasking!
Posted by jd at June 7, 2006 10:03 PM