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ORLANDO, FL – OCTOBER 30: World Champion boxer and current promoter Floyd Mayweather Jr. laughs with his fighter Gervonta Davis in the locker room during the Premier Boxing Champions on Bounce TV boxing match at The Venue at UCF on October 30, 2015 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Alex Menendez/Getty Images)
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ORLANDO, FL – OCTOBER 30: World Champion boxer and current promoter Floyd Mayweather Jr. laughs with his fighter Gervonta Davis in the locker room during the Premier Boxing Champions on Bounce TV boxing match at The Venue at UCF on October 30, 2015 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Alex Menendez/Getty Images)
Floyd Mayweather retired from the sport but his influence is felt even today. Back in 2015, he signed a young, 20-year-old, Gervonta Davis under his promotion. He had an eye for the right talent. Today, ‘Tank,’ is considered to be one of the biggest names in the sport and unquestionably a skilled boxer. Their relationship was not just confined professionally. Mayweather was a mentor to the young boxer and continues to be one for another prospect. The new Protégé’s name is Curmel Moton and is signed to Mayweather’s promotions.
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However, do not let his young age give you any impression yet. He boasts a record of 50 amateur bouts. 48 of them he won and suffered only two defeats. Moreover, in a recent turn of events, a picture resurfaced of Davis and him online. The fans had intriguing insights, to say the least.
A resurfaced image of Gervonta Davis and Curmel Moton ignites intriguing reactions
The picture dates back to 8 years ago. Back in 2015, Davis was far from the boxer he is today and Moton, on the other hand, was just a kid. But today, Davis is arguably the face of the sport, and Moton, is one of the most exciting prospects. Moton himself re-quoted the image and credited it to Davis. Here is how the fans reacted to the picture:
One fan thinks both appear to resemble each other and questions if they might even be related.
Y’all look like y’all related! Wow! Keep going young champ!
— James Roan (@jamesroan_) September 10, 2023
Meanwhile, one fan recalls how impressed he was to see the 17-year-old compete for the first time in their life and have nothing but words for encouragement.
I'll never forget the 1st time I saw you fight. It was at an amateur event at a spot in Henderson and I was the ring announcer. I think it was 2016. But I remember saying then, this kid (you) will be a world champion some day. Won't be too much longer. Keep punching champ 🙏🏾
— Big Milt Boxing (@bigmiltboxing) September 10, 2023
Intriguingly, one fan makes a comparison between the two and considers Muton to have faced better competition in the amateurs in contrast to, ‘Tank.’
The kids had stiffer competition in the amateurs than Tank had in the pros.
— WatchYaMouth (@WatchYaMouth7) September 10, 2023
On the contrary, a fan gave props and credit to both combatants.
True warriors of the sport 👑✊🏾😤
— TJ (@p4pEXCLUSIVEB) September 10, 2023
Lastly, another fan thinks the two look similar and claims they might be twins.
Idk how you niggas came out twins🤔…y’all look AND FIGHT hella similar shit is CRAZY!!!😂
— Mista EVERYTHANG (@Geenie_10) September 10, 2023
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