In a statement released by Golden Boy Promotions, both Oscar De La Hoya and Floyd Mayweather Jr expressed their eagerness to fight one another on May 5, 2007.
De La Hoya stated: “This is what boxing is all about and fighting Floyd Mayweather is the type of fight that truly gets me motivated to go through a hard training camp and make the sacrifices I have to make to be the best. We’ve talked about it, the press and the fans have asked for it, and now we’re going to put it all on the line and fight. I can’t wait for May 5.” Mayweather who will be moving up in weight to fight De La Hoya, stated: “I’m excited to get this opportunity to once again show why I’m pound-for-pound the best in the world and to add another title to my collection. I respect everything Oscar has accomplished in this sport, but this time he’s in over his head.”
