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Celebrities have been trying their hands at boxing for a while. It is safe to say that the sport is not for everyone. Boxing takes a lot of effort and dedication from the people who indulge in it. Recently, an Olympic medalist gave a critical analysis of the boxing skills of numerous celebrities. And it is safe to say that the former Olympian gave a fair analysis of all the celebrities and did not hesitate to be brutally honest about all the celebrities. The Olympic boxer’s list of celebrities ranges from Kim Kardashian to Drake and many others.
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Boxing skills of Celebrities
Former Olympian Tony Jeffries has a YouTube channel, and he uses this platform to spread knowledge about the sport using his skills and experience in the sport. In a recent video Jeffries posted on his channel, the Olympic bronze medalist reacted to boxing clips of numerous celebrities and gave an analysis.
The first clip in the video is of American model and media personality Kim Kardashian; she participated in a boxing fight against Tamara Frapasella for a charitable cause. But, despite her being the organizer of the fight, Kardashian lost the fight. Kardashian just trained for three days going into the fight. And Kardashian’s loss was not a surprise for her fans. Looking at her fight, Jeffries said, “Kim is throwing light punches. It makes me think if she’s even trained in boxing.”
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He further pointed out the incorrect footwork of Kardashian.
Next on the list was Canadian rapper Drake. Jeffries called out the rapper for using fancy Mayweather Jr techniques while doing some mitts work. He said, “Fancy Mayweather stuff. Am not a fan of that.”
Jeffries complimented Drake on his stance and said, “He’s turning his hips well.” He further advised the rapper to keep his chin low and focus on his arms placement. This is not the first clip of Drake boxing that made it to the internet.
Jeffries next reacted to a clip of Chris Hemsworth. And he revealed that he used to train the Australian actor before. The Olympian was all praises for Hemsworth and complimented the star on his immaculate and ripped physique.
He then reacted to a clip of former NBA star Shaquille O Neal when he fought Boxing legend Sugar Shane Mosley. He pointed out the size difference between both them.
Prince William and Prince Harry were also on the list, and Jeffries had praise for both of them for trying their hands at boxing. Furthermore, to conclude the video, Jeffries reacted to a boxing clip of comedian Kevin Hart and he seemed to be impressed by the comedian.
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