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“Damn, He Looks Focused”: Floyd Mayweather’s Protege Curmel Moton Hitting The Gym After Debut Win Leaves Fans Impressed

Published 10/11/2023, 11:46 AM EDT

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Curmel Moton, a rising star mentored by Floyd Mayweather, made his pro debut recently. At 17, Curmel can adapt to any fighting style and outperform his opponent. Just last year, he sparred with Gervonta Davis and turned heads. Some even said his technique was better than Davis’s. With his stellar win against his opponent, Ezequiel Flores, he has made a worthy impression in the boxing arena. Furthermore, Moton was so good for his adversary that he knocked him out in the first round.

However, while everyone focused on the main event, Curmel’s odd debut timing caused a stir. People asked why his big moment wasn’t televised. Moreover, ‘Pretty Boy’ even made one of his interviews all about himself. Thus evoking narratives about Floyd being the right mentor for him.  In a recent video making rounds on the internet, we see Mayweather’s protege training and garnering fans’ attention.

How did Curmel Moton impress fans?

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In the video, Moton is seen practicing boxing moves. His stern expression reflects his dedication as he trains with optimum focus. Moreover, fans too haven’t curtailed their appreciation for his hard work.

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Fans are impressed by how sharp he looks every day, praising it as cool stuff. As a fan said, “He is looking sharp every day, that is cool stuff.”

However, a fan raised skepticism that Floyd won’t let him fight anyone significant. The fan writes, “Floyd ain’t gonna let this dude fight no one either.”

Despite this, a third fan views him as a rising young star. The fan mentions, “Young Star.”

Moreover, a follower thinks it’s too early to judge his prowess, but they can’t help but notice how focused he appears. The follower pens, “Too early to judge his prowess, but damn he looks focused.”

Fuerthermore, there’s also curiosity about his gear, specifically whether his Reeboks are current models. Resonated by a user, “F**k, are those reeboks current models? damn”

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Overall, the sentiment ranges from admiration to cautious optimism, with a dash of curiosity about his choice of footwear.

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In the present day it’s safe to say Curmel has got the skills, the mentorship, and the fan buzz to make waves in the boxing world. Although questions surround his debut timing and Mayweather’s role, but the spotlight is shifting. Fans admire his focus and question his gear, but one thing is certain: Curmel Moton is a name you’ll hear again.

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So, what are your thoughts about Curmel’s practice? Do you think Floyd Mayweather is the right mentor for him? Feel free to tell us your opinions in the comment section below!

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Tanya Tewari

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Tanya Tewari is a Boxing Writer at EssentiallySports. With a BA Honors in Literature and Linguistics, she uniquely combines her love for writing with her fervor for boxing. Her experience as a content creator helps her bring a fan's perspective to the sport of boxing.
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Arijit Saha