Teofimo Lopez will face Josh Taylor for the WBO superlightweight title on 10th June. This will be an imperative fight for the former champion, and he will face one of his career’s most challenging opponents yet. The 25-year-old is regarded as a versatile lightweight who likes to study his opponent before he meets them inside the ring.

Lopez is currently in the training camp for the fight. And, if there’s one thing we know about the training leading to the fight is that it can get demanding for the boxer. And it requires a lot of mental and physical determination. So it is safe to say that every professional boxer needs a source of motivation while they are training for a fight.

Recently, Lopez took to his Instagram to remember legendary Martial artist Bruce Lee. And shared a message from the late actor. Lee is the one Lopez has turned to prepare himself for the fight against Taylor.

Lopez channelizes Bruce Lee through his inspirational message

The 25-year-old took to his Instagram to share a famous quote from the late martial artist and actor. And reiterating the emotion of the legend’s quote. Moreover, he added his own message as a response to the message conveyed through the quote.

He shared a quote that reads, “In order to control myself, I must first accept myself by going with and not against my nature.” This quote means different things to different people. But, a universal emotion this statement shares is that one should know the true potential and use it to his benefit.

Sharing this quote, Lopez added, “Soon, my master, soon.” It seems like Lopez will be ready for war when he will face Taylor inside the boxing ring. And the two will be fighting for the WBO title, which raises the stakes of the fight among the fans. And the boxers.

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Nevertheless, Lopez has already established himself as a huge admirer of Lee.

Lopez is a huge fan of Bruce Lee

Lopez has not kept it a secret that he adores the life and philosophy of Bruce Lee. And he also likes to share the legend’s wisdom with his fans. It seems like Lee’s teachings have played a pivotal role in the ‘Takeover’ in his personal as well as professional life.

What are your thoughts on Bruce Lee’s philosophy? Do you like it? Let us know in the comments.

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