Shakur Stevenson has been long considered one of the greatest prospects in the sport of boxing, in recent times. As a former two-division world champion, Stevenson has awed both the boxing fraternity and fans with his skill set. And, in turn, also hyped them up for his future fights. He is all set to recreate this magic with a fight against Shuichiro Yoshino. Meanwhile, he was recently taunted by a user with a snippet from his old fight. Stevenson, on the other hand, had the perfect reply.
Facts pic.twitter.com/GZOAny7uaI
— Xonuhhh (@Xonuhhh) March 18, 2023
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In a recent tweet, Stevenson gave a heartfelt statement about certain pains being permanent. This was when a Twitter user taunted him with a snippet from the 2016 Rio Olympics.
Notably, Stevenson faced Robeisy Ramirez for the Olympic finals.
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RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – AUGUST 20: Silver medalist Shakur Stevenson of the United States poses during the medal ceremony for the Men’s Bantam (56kg) on Day 15 of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Riocentro – Pavilion 6 on August 20, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)
What followed was a sensational clash between the southpaws. Even though Stevenson showcased an impressive performance. He ended up losing the gold to the highly skilled Cuban. Stevenson was overwhelmed by emotions after the loss. And went on to tearfully say, “I’m hurt. I felt like the Cuban won. Much respect to him. I just didn’t want to lose, so I’m hurt.”
Lol I couldn’t watch that video a couple years ago but now I love that video, Turnt my pain into passion 💙 #ChasingGreatness https://t.co/EI0Ziwwy8q
— Shakur Stevenson (@ShakurStevenson) March 18, 2023
However, the Twitter taunt took a rather pleasant turn. Stevenson mentioned that he was initially upset to watch the video. And, that he ended up turning his pain into passion.
Fans show their support for Shakur Stevenson
Boxing fans were quick to extend their support to Stevenson. In fact, a lot of fans took to social media to share their thoughts about the same, And also commended him on his journey.
Keep going young man. Keep going.
— Weedy_84 (@84Weedy) March 19, 2023
Turned the pain into passion and made it happen
— Mkrosario (@eastsidemikey3) March 18, 2023
Many fans were happy to see Stevenson’s growth as a boxer. Moreover, user @eastsidemikey3 agreed that Stevenson turned his pain into passion.
Good way to use it as motivation Champ. Look at where you are now. Undefeated top fighter heading towards great things. Mayweather experienced the same feeling and you see how his career went. Besides, where is the guy that beat you at now? #boxing
— King Abdulious3 (@Abdulious3) March 18, 2023
Reminds me of the video of Floyd doing the same thing when he lost there.
— Soular Intent (@Debolatti) March 19, 2023
Meanwhile, Stevenson’s emotional statements reminded many fans of a similar scenario involving boxing legend, Floyd Mayweather.
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Real example of “it’s not about how hard you can get hit,it’s about how hard you can get hit and keep going” this honestly just made me a fan Stevenson
— Mr.SnuckThatThangInThisBitch (@dat1kidwayne) March 19, 2023
In the same vein, user @dat1kidwayne commended Stevenson for stepping up from his failures. And also added that it made him a fan.
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