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Olympic Medalist Responds to Jake Paul Learning From Him on Apple Vision Pro

Published 03/03/2024, 8:40 AM EST

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In a world where technology meets tenacity, Jake Paul throws a curveball. Picture this: a boxing ring, a virtual reality headset, the Apple Vision Pro. Before demolishing Ryan Bourland with a first-round TKO, Paul trains unconventionally. He’s watching Tony Jeffries, an Olympic medalist, through his headset.

But what’s he learning? Why this method? Paul’s victory later, swift and decisive, raises questions. How much did the Vision Pro influence his performance? Tony Jeffries himself explained why Jake is a “winner”.

Gloves on, headset up: Boxing meets the matrix

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Jake Paul is seen fully immersed in his training while wearing the Apple Vision Pro headset. The footage showcases him engaging with a virtual boxing tutorial, specifically one by Tony Jeffries, an Olympic boxing medalist also known as an online boxing coach. Paul, with gloves on and focus unwavering, mimics the movements, absorbing every word of the tutorial. He’s not just watching; he’s actively participating, throwing punches in sync with Jeffries’ instructions, determined to enhance his punch power and speed.

Transitioning seamlessly from viewer to practitioner, Paul echoes the tutorial’s guidance, “Boxing stance. How to punch harder, how to punch faster,” demonstrating his commitment to refining his skills through innovative methods.  Amidst this backdrop of technology-infused training, Tony Jeffries took to social media to share his delight and endorsement. His tweet, “Why Jake Paul is a winner. Using my video for training 😅 Love it ❤️ Good luck tonight @jakepaul,” encapsulates a mix of humor, pride, and support.

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For sure Tony is gonna claim to be a part of Jake’s win over Ryan Bourland. While Jake destroyed one Ryan, another Ryan (Garcia) wasn’t too impressed with his win after all.

Ending the Jake Paul era

Ryan Garcia is on a mission to extinguish the Jake Paul boxing phenomenon, turning to social media with a fiery declaration. “Okay enough, it’s on I’m going to have to do this! I’m going to end this JAKE PAUL BOXING THING. BRING IT ON JAKE IM DEAD FCKING SERIOUS FCK YOU! HIT MY TEAM UP,” he exclaimed, challenging Paul directly.

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Garcia’s frustration boiled over in a voice note, lamenting, “I feel so f***ing bad for introducing Jake Paul to boxing. He’s disrespecting my sport.” His words resonate with a blend of regret and resolve, aiming to reclaim the sanctity of boxing. As Paul eyes a future of championship glory, Garcia’s call-out adds a gripping chapter to this unfolding saga.

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As Paul continues to navigate his unconventional path in the boxing world, Garcia stands ready to challenge the authenticity of his career. What do you think—does Garcia have what it takes to put an end to the Jake Paul boxing saga?

 

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