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Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr is not the only one in his family to have pursued the sweet science. Although it could be argued that he was the most skilled of the Mayweather clan, his uncle Roger and father Mayweather Sr. were both professional boxers as well. In fact, the two played a huge role in making ‘Money’ one of the best to ever step foot inside the ring.

This has led to many people involved in the sport to appreciate the greatness of this family, which has produced more than one professional boxer. Moreover, despite retiring from the sport in 1990, Mayweather Sr. is still respected immensely among the boxing community. This was proved after his family joined fans in wishing the boxing legend a happy birthday.

Floyd Mayweather Sr’s family wishes him a happy birthday

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Mayweather Sr’s granddaughter Yaya Mayweather shared a post by Mayweather promotions wishing him his birthday. Moreover, Zion Mayweather, Jirah Mayweather and even ‘Money’s ex-girlfriend Melissa Rene all wished the boxing legend on his birthday.

The fans also joined in on this celebration, as they also wanted to showcase their love for Mayweather Sr. They did exactly this by reacting to the post, which had over 14,000 likes on it.

Fans join in to wish Mayweather Sr. on his birthday

A user named 5150_semper_fit_soleja got shocked for a second as he thought it was a post announcing the passing away of the boxing legend. However, he still had the best wishes for Mayweather Sr. “Scared me for a second. Need to put Happy Birthday in bigger letters 😅 Happy Birthday Champ” he wrote.

Another user named notclxpzzz was surprised that his birthday and Mayweather Sr’s birthday fell on the same day. “So your saying me and floyd sr. have the same birthday. Happy birthday man” he wrote.

A user named donlonz also wished him a happy birthday. Moreover, even praised the legendary coach for the ringside advice he gave to fighters. “Happy birthday to Floydlayweathersr. God bless with many many more. I Love to see him in the corner. TheBest!” he wrote.

Moreover, a user named j.strong_muhammad wished Mayweather Sr. by calling him a soldier. “Happy Birth Anniversary To you Soldier!!” he wrote.

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Lastly, a user named godovermoney1217 gave his blessings to ‘Money’s’ father. “Blessing to you & you Fam” he wrote.

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The fans were certainly excited and quick to wish the legendary coach on his birthday. Moreover, given his contribution to the sport, it is great to see him getting the appreciation he deserves, which many legends do not get due to being absent from the limelight for a long time. However, Mayweather Sr. is an exception who proved that his life will forever be dedicated to the sport.

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