Did Floyd Mayweather Jr. compete in the Olympics? All about 'Money's' pre-professional boxing career
Floyd Mayweather Jr., the undefeated boxing legend known for his flashy lifestyle and defensive prowess, had a remarkable amateur career. Before becoming the 'Money' Mayweather we know today, he was a highly decorated amateur boxer with a reputation for his speed, skill, and defensive techniques.
Did Floyd Mayweather Jr. compete in the Olympics?
Mayweather Jr.'s amateur boxing career was impressive, with a record of 84 wins and 8 losses. He won the national Golden Gloves championships three times. At the 1996 Olympics, Mayweather dominated his early matches, easily defeating opponents from Kazakhstan and Armenia. In the quarterfinals, he faced Lorenzo Aragon from Cuba, a tough opponent who was considered a favorite.
Mayweather Jr., however, pulled off a victory, becoming the first American boxer to defeat a Cuban in 20 years.
Unfortunately, Mayweather Jr.'s Olympic journey came to an end in the semifinals. He lost a controversial decision to Serafim Todorov of Bulgaria, a result that was widely disputed by the U.S. team.
Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti III: A Rematch of Chaos
The highly anticipated rematch between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and John Gotti III will take place on August 24 at the Arena CDMX. The exhibition bout will see the two men square off once again, hoping to settle their unfinished business from their chaotic first encounter.
The official main card for the event will kick off at 9 p.m. ET/2 a.m. U.K. time, with Mayweather Jr. and Gotti III expected to make their ring walks at 11:05 p.m. ET/4:05 a.m. U.K. time. Fans can catch the action live on DAZN pay-per-view.
Tickets for the Mayweather Jr. vs. Gotti III rematch are now available for purchase.
In addition to the main event, the fight card will also feature several other exciting bouts, including exhibition matches between Victor Ortiz and Rodrigo Damian Coria, and Alan David Picasso and Azat Hovhannisyan. There will also be professional fights in the super bantamweight, super middleweight, and women's light flyweight divisions.