“His Daddy Gotta Get Outta the Way”: Deontay Wilder Opens Up About Andy Ruiz Sr Affecting His Son’s Life

When it comes to high-stakes sports like boxing, it’s not just the fighters who throw punches. Indeed, it seems there are battles brewing outside the ring too. A potential match-up between heavyweight boxing giants Deontay Wilder and Andy Ruiz Jr is generating more than just the usual pre-fight anticipation. A storm is brewing, and it’s not the one you’d expect in the buildup to a high-profile bout.

What’s odd, however, is that Wilder’s verbal jabs aren’t targeted at his potential opponent, Ruiz Jr, as you might expect. Instead, they’re aimed at a seemingly unexpected figure – Ruiz Jr’s father. A parental figure, typically a source of encouragement and support, suddenly finds himself under fire. Why, you ask? Well, it’s a whirlwind of accusations, warnings, and speculation.

Deontay Wilder unveils a web of controversies around Ruiz Jr. and his father

In an exclusive interview with ES News, Deontay Wilder did not hold back in voicing his concerns about the undue influence Andy Ruiz Sr. has over his son’s career. The heavy-hitting boxer, who has been angling for a fight with Ruiz Jr., made a series of startling revelations and allegations.

“I like it too, but his daddy has got to get out of the way because he’s got to get out of the way,” Wilder exclaimed, indicating a potential roadblock in the much-anticipated bout. It seems the elder Ruiz’s involvement in his son’s career is seen as more of an impediment than support.

Wilder then went on to elaborate. “I feel they’re all crooks. You understand? He says he got the construction company. That’s his daddy’s construction company, and they’re leeching off of Andy to make that happen to keep that up.” This statement hints at alleged financial exploitation by Ruiz Sr., creating a controversial narrative around the father-son relationship.

But what exactly is at stake for Ruiz Jr if Wilder’s claims are found to be true? The American boxer himself had the answer

Wilder reveals the true stakes for Ruiz Jr.’s boxing career

Wilder didn’t stop there. He gave a dire prediction to Ruiz Jr if the alleged financial exploitation continues. “Guess what? When that money runs out, they’re ain’t nowhere else to be. Andy is going to be 33 years old, broke, and can’t support his children because his daddy made decisions for him. He should have made decisions for himself.”

The Bronze Bomber also brought attention to the risks taken by boxers, expressing his frustration about fighters not having complete control over their careers. “And the thing about it, I hate when people try to make decisions for fighters when they are the product, they are the fighters, they’re the ones risking their lives. His daddy isn’t risking his life in there, but he wants to grab the money. How much of a percentage is he getting out of his son?”

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Wilder ended his tirade by questioning the financial dynamics in the Ruiz family. “Let’s ask that because you want to talk about money. How much cut do you get from your son?” he queried.

We’d love to hear your take on these pressing questions. What do you think about Wilder’s claims? And importantly, are you excited about a potential Wilder vs. Ruiz Jr. showdown?

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