Roberto Duran, the legendary Panamanian boxer, has picked Sugar Ray Robinson over Floyd Mayweather in a fantasy fight matchup. Duran, known for his impressive career spanning four weight classes, believes Robinson is the superior fighter.
Duran's boxing career lasted an incredible 33 years. He won world titles in four different weight classes and held the undisputed championship at lightweight. As part of 'The Four Kings' era in the 1980s, Duran competed alongside other boxing greats like Sugar Ray Leonard, Marvelous Marvin Hagler, and Thomas Hearns.
Even after hanging up his gloves in 2001, Duran has kept a close eye on top-rated fighters, including Floyd Mayweather. Mayweather retired in 2017 with an unblemished professional record.
When asked by ESNEWS about who would win in a fantasy fight between Mayweather and Sugar Ray Robinson, Duran didn't hesitate.
"Sugar Ray Robinson, he's the best! Sugar Ray Robinson is the best!"
Robinson's legacy in boxing is hard to match. He fought over 200 professional bouts and won the world title on six occasions. His memorable battles with Jake LaMotta, Henry Armstrong, and Rocky Graziano have cemented his place in boxing history.
Many fans and historians regard Robinson as the greatest fighter of all time. Despite passing away at 67 after battling Parkinson's Disease, his incredible legacy lives on in the present day.
Duran's choice reflects the enduring impact of Robinson's career on the sport of boxing, even when compared to modern undefeated champions like Mayweather.
