Floyd Mayweather, the legendary boxer, has a new protégé in the spotlight: Shakur Stevenson. Stevenson, a rising star in the boxing world, recently claimed the WBO super-lightweight title, defeating Teofimo Lopez. This achievement has sparked curiosity and comparisons to Mayweather's own illustrious career. But here's where it gets interesting: Mayweather himself has publicly endorsed Stevenson, even before his professional career began.
In a resurfaced interview, Mayweather, speaking from over a decade ago when Stevenson was an amateur, tipped the young boxer for greatness. "I see the next Floyd Mayweather," he said. "If anyone can break my records, this young kid can do it. I truly believe in him." Stevenson's talent was evident even then, and Mayweather's faith in him has been rewarded with an impressive professional record.
Stevenson, at just 28 years old, has already achieved the status of a four-weight world champion, maintaining an unbeaten record of 25-0. With his talent and Mayweather's guidance, the future looks bright for Stevenson, who may well surpass Mayweather's achievements in the sport.
