Chris Robinson
2,441 articles · PhilBoxing.com
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Assessing Pacquiao, Margarito, Martinez and others as future foes for a reinvigorated Miguel Cotto
The morning after a prize fight is always a good time to put everything into perspective. Often too many times immediately following a high-pitched fight the excitement of the bout gets the…
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The story in pictures: Miguel Cotto stops Foreman with a left hook in the 9th, eyes ?big names?
Moments ago at the Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, New York, Miguel Cotto rejuvenated his career with an impressive 8th round stoppage over previously undefeated champion Yuri Foreman, by way of Belarus…
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Money, motivation, and misunderstanding: Random thoughts on Floyd Mayweather?s retirement talk
They say that boxing is the theatre of the unexpected and such was the case this morning as the sport was hit with the news that Floyd Mayweather is again contemplating a…
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Roundtable discussion: Roger Mayweather, Zab Judah, Andre Ward and others weigh in on Cotto-Foreman
One of this summer?s biggest fights is upon us and Miguel Cotto and Yuri Foreman are hours away from a Jr. Middleweight clash with huge implications. Foreman?s WBA title will be on…
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Image gallery: Cotto and Foreman weigh in amidst electric crowd at Yankee Stadium
There is nothing quite like the weigh in to a meaningful professional boxing event. It is then that the suspense is further heightened as we are able to see a variety of…
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Miguel Diaz? unadulterated look at Miguel Cotto (2 of 2): Defeat, fallout, and a date with Foreman
In the first part of my interview with Miguel Diaz the wise Argentinean told me that from the minute Top Rank signed Miguel Cotto that he knew the Puerto Rican would be…
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Miguel Diaz? unadulterated look at Miguel Cotto (1 of 2): Life in Puerto Rico and early memories
There was always a certain buzz about Miguel Cotto. Growing up in Caguas, Puerto Rico, boxing was instilled in him at a young age and his family was also involved in the…
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Image gallery: Miguel Cotto and Yuri Foreman make an appearance at the Yankees-Orioles game
It goes without saying that Yankee Stadium is the place to be this week and weekend. Located in the Bronx, the massive ballpark serves as home to the New York Yankees, the…
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Mayweather prot?g? Jesse Vargas shows both appreciation and dedication
Jr. Welterweight prospect Jesse Vargas doesn?t fit the mold of your every day 21-year old for various reasons. For one, the Los Angeles native is void of partying or falling prey to…
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Manny Pacquiao?s BWAA awards based on inspiration, ability, and defying the odds (part 1 of 2)
March 19th, 2005 was likely a humbling night for Manny Pacquiao. Inside of the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada Pacquiao would stage a memorable back and forth affair with Tijuana?s Erik…
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Image gallery: Miguel Cotto speaks with passion; Foreman looking forward to Yankees Stadium
Earlier today at the Yankees Stadium WBA Jr. Middleweight champion Yuri Foreman and Miguel Cotto came face to face for the final press conference to announce their June 5th clash. Cotto will…
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Veteran Miguel Diaz on Pacquiao-Mayweather: ?Economics will dictate where the fight belongs?
Very few people in the boxing world have gotten as many rewarding experiences out in Las Vegas as veteran corner man Miguel Diaz. Born in Argentina in 1932, Diaz would eventually make…
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Image gallery: Miguel Cotto and Yuri Foreman work out and speak to the media at Trinity Boxing Club
Earlier today at the Trinity Boxing Club in New York, both Yuri Foreman and Miguel Cotto participated in media day for their upcoming fight at Yankees Stadium this Saturday, June 5th. Both…
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?That old feeling?: David Avila discusses Floyd Mayweather?s impact in Las Vegas and the boxing world
For nearly the past twenty years Riverside?s David Avila has been carving out a spot as one of the top West Coast writers in the sport. Always looking for a hands-on approach…
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Rumors of Guerrero-Casamayor on July 31st while talented and controversial Joan Guzman sits idle
Joan Guzman?s last fight as a professional showed just how much of an enigma he is in the sport today. Guzman was in line for a heated rematch with Ali ?Rush Hour?…
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Roundtable discussion: Boxing insiders give their take on the vacant HBO commentating gig
In a recent article I went over the latest turn of events at HBO headquarters and the logical replacement for Lennox Lewis, whose contract was failed to be renewed by the network…
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Assessing Mayweather, Richardson, Roach, Lederman and others for the vacant HBO commentating gig
During his career as a fighter former Heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis just about did it all. From fighting the world over, winning multiple titles, facing the most dangerous competition available and avenging…
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Emmanuel Steward talks Cotto-Foreman; Showtime analyst Al Bernstein talks Mayweather-Pacquiao
There is a lot to appreciate about Showtime analyst Al Bernstein. A longtime follower of the sport, Bernstein worked for ESPN for years before joining the Showtime team in 2003 and he…
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Roger Mayweather talks Pacquiao, Sergio Martinez, Andre Berto and Floyd?s future
The atmosphere inside of Floyd Mayweather?s personal gym in Las Vegas has certainly changed. In the months of March and April the facility was practically locked down as the Grand Rapids native…
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Nonito Donaire gives his side of the apparent fallout with Eric Morel; eyes the Bantamweight class
At the moment interim WBA super flyweight champion Nonito Donaire is a man with mixed emotions. While always keeping a care free and positive outlook towards the future the Bohol, Philippines native…
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