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LAS VEGAS, NV – NOVEMBER 14: Terence Crawford and Bob Arum post fight after his victory over Kell Brook for the WBO welterweight title at the MGM Grand Conference Center on November 14, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Mikey Williams/Top Rank Inc via Getty Images)
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LAS VEGAS, NV – NOVEMBER 14: Terence Crawford and Bob Arum post fight after his victory over Kell Brook for the WBO welterweight title at the MGM Grand Conference Center on November 14, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Mikey Williams/Top Rank Inc via Getty Images)
It’s not often that you see a boxing champion swap gloves for trekking boots. World-renowned boxer Terence Crawford, in an unexpected twist, has done just that ahead of one of the most anticipated matches of his career. With the boxing world abuzz about his upcoming clash on July 29, Crawford has chosen to step away from the chaos and into the tranquility of nature.
But the truly intriguing part isn’t the trek itself. The surprise lies in the company he chose for this journey—a unique assembly that reveals a softer, familial side of the hard-hitting athlete. A recent social media post from the boxing superstar offers fans an intimate peek into this enigmatic journey.
Terence Crawford shares a glimpse of his family adventure
In a heartfelt post shared by Crawford on his Instagram, he is seen sharing the joy of a family trek with his father, son, and nephew. The post was captioned, “Today was a special day for me. Got to do the incline with my dad, son, nephew and team. 3 generations of Crawford at the top. God is good!!! Appreciate everyone that worked with us this am it was fun and July 29th it will all pay off. #fishfry🐟”. This intimate glimpse into the Crawford family’s bonding time is refreshing amidst the pre-fight tension.
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Crawford’s post not only marks a special family day but also underlines his resolve for the forthcoming challenge. The joyous family trek becomes a metaphor for the upcoming fight – a steep climb, tackled as a team, in anticipation of the exhilarating view from the top. This beautiful blend of personal and professional life resonates with fans, reminding them that behind the formidable boxer is a loving father and son.
Crawford’s sharp determination and ‘Fish Fry’ strategy
With a keen eye on the upcoming bout, Crawford’s determination is razor-sharp. The undefeated WBO champion is set to face off against WBA, WBC, and IBF Welterweight titleholder, Errol Spence Jr. In a riveting twist, Crawford plans to turn Spence Jr.’s ‘Big Shark‘ marketing campaign on its head.
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During an official press conference, Crawford declared his intent to ‘gut‘ Spence and ‘feed him‘ to the audience, alluding to a forthcoming ‘fish fry‘. This sentiment was further echoed in a recent Instagram post, where he ominously warned ‘The Truth‘, “Even big fish get caught.” With Spence’s reign challenged, Crawford seems ready to claim the unified Welterweight champion title.
As the echoes of Crawford’s mantra ‘fish fry’ bounce around the boxing fraternity, we’re left to ponder the impending clash. How will Crawford fare in his quest to make boxing history on July 29th? More importantly, how will this symbol of intergenerational unity, forged in the mountains, fare against Spence Jr’s ‘Big Fish’?
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