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Claressa Shields, the GWOAT of boxing, threw a verbal jab that caught many off-guard. It wasn’t in the ring, but on Twitter, where she unleashed her fury. This time, her target was unexpected: Rolando Romero, a fellow boxer.
This controversy sprang from a past incident, the video of a sparring session that went viral. Shields, known for her prowess and outspoken nature, took an unusual route. She responded not with gloves, but with words. And these words were not just any – they were a direct challenge.
Claressa Shields isn’t a fan of Rolly Romero
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This drama that is developing has a recently resurfaced video at its core. During a sparring session, Claressa Shields gets knocked down by male professional boxer Arturs Ahmetovs in the video. This 2018 video sparked new conversations about gender roles in sports and fair play in boxing.
Man @SignUp4KOs you ain’t defending me weak ass 🥷 go come to my inbox ! Yo lil strong, non-boxing skill having ass wish I was a hater of you. I don’t give a damn about you 😂 you on the GWOAT hit list!
— Claressa Gwoat Shields (@Claressashields) December 11, 2023
Reacting to this, Rolando Romero, who had previously defeated Ahmetovs in 2022, expressed his views on social media. Subsequently, Shields took to Twitter, directing her response not only at Ahmetovs but also at Romero. In her own words, Shields declared, “Man @SignUp4KOs you ain’t defending me weak ass, go come to my inbox! Yo lil strong, non-boxing skill having ass wish I was a hater of you. I don’t give a damn about you, you on the GWOAT hit list!” This tweet marked a significant escalation in the narrative, turning a defensive comment into a direct confrontation.
Furthermore, Shields’ accusation against Ahmetovs — that he removed the padding from his gloves — added a layer of controversy to the already heated discourse. This claim, if true, would point to a serious breach of sportsmanship and ethics in the sport. Her bold confrontation with Romero, meanwhile, underscores the complex dynamics between male and female athletes in the world of combat sports. Now let’s see what sparked this fiery from Claressa Shields.
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Romero’s reaction to the clip
In a pivotal moment, the controversy escalated when a clip of Arturs Ahmetovs knocking down Claressa Shields in sparring surfaced on X. Rolando Romero, who had previously triumphed over Ahmetovs in 2022, quickly entered the conversation. He openly expressed his satisfaction with his victory, stating on X, “I’m happy I koed this mf.” Romero’s comment, however, extended beyond mere self-congratulation.
He also critiqued Ahmetovs’ actions in the sparring session, asserting, “Shouldn’t be putting his hands on women like that.” This statement by Romero added a moral dimension to the debate, intertwining notions of sportsmanship and gender respect. Yet, this was only the beginning, as Shields herself soon entered the fray, hinting at possible malpractice on Ahmetovs’ part.
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This saga not only questions the boundaries of gender dynamics in combat sports but also challenges our understanding of sportsmanship and integrity. What are your thoughts on this unfolding story? How do you view the interplay of gender, ethics, and sportsmanship as showcased in this incident?
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