Former undisputed lightweight champion Devin Haney may still boast a perfect record in the ring, but outside of it, the 26-year-old is catching more Ls than Ws lately. Coming off a sluggish and largely unimpressive decision win over Jose Ramirez on Friday night in New York, Haney didn’t exactly silence the critics who’ve questioned his recent performances. 

Instead of focusing on sharpening his craft, he made headlines again—this time for dropping a reported $1 million on a pair of glitzy new watches after the fight. According to reports, ‘The Dream’ secured a $10 million payday from his last bout against Ramirez. But the question is, what’s so special about the watches that Haney was willing to splurge a million on them? 

What watches did Devin Haney buy?

According to WorldStar, Haney bought “a fully diamond-paved Rolex GMT-Master and an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, both factory watches featuring baguette-cut gemstones in the dials.” The original model of the Rolex GMT-Master was launched in 1955, and its successor, the GMT-Master II, was introduced in 1982—these were originally designed for Pan Am pilots.

Meanwhile, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak was originally introduced in 1972 and quickly became renowned for its distinctive design, impeccable craftsmanship, and status as a horological icon. Designed by Gerald Genta, it’s celebrated as one of the first luxury steel watches to blend rugged functionality with high-end aesthetics. 

Just like Floyd Mayweather, Haney seems to have procured the pair of timepieces from celebrity jeweler ‘Benny The Jeweler’. The jeweler also shared the clip on his Instagram account, noting, “Another 7 figure day… two watches added to the collection frosted rainbow ap factory rose gold gmt2 saru factory.”

Regardless of the watch’s historical significance or its jaw-dropping price tag, fans weren’t impressed. After a clip surfaced on Instagram showing off Haney’s latest bling, the undefeated champ found himself on the receiving end of a wave of online backlash. Social media users didn’t hold back, roasting Haney for what they saw as a tone-deaf, million-dollar flex.

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Devin Haney has seen a sharp decline in public opinion about him since the Ryan Garcia fight last year. His latest fight seems to have only made things worse for him, as people continue to roast him on social media. Like this user who refused to believe his new watches were worth anything. The user wrote, “You could get watches in the middle of the mall that look better and more expensive than those 😂😂.” However, that’s not the case. These timepieces are custom made, featuring diamond embellishments for an added touch of luxury.

Another user felt Haney’s new purchase was nothing but a guide for people to go broke. The user wrote, “YouTube tutorial on how to go broke fast.” However, thanks to the diamonds and the watch’s unique craftsmanship, their value often appreciates over time, making them more than just luxury items, but potential investments.

Someone else didn’t see much value in the purchase. The user claimed, “That’s that dumb s**t.” Regardless, if Haney has the money, it’s his choice where he spends it. 

Meanwhile, this user criticized Haney for frivolously spending his money. The user commented, “Wasting his wealth for clout instead of investing it smh.” It’s worth noting that Haney had a watch collection before he added these two to his collection. 

The next user took a dig at Haney. The user wrote, “Careful how you put the watch on him he might sue.” Notably, Haney sued Ryan Garcia after their fight in April 2024, alleging breach of contract, fraud, and battery. 

That said, it seems Devin Haney was trying to flex his wealth, but the reaction from fans wasn’t quite what he might’ve expected. What do you think about Haney’s flashy new purchase—smart investment or the opposite?