
Getty
PARIS, FRANCE – JUNE 02: Former heavyweight boxer, Mike Tyson watches on during the ladies singles third round match between Serena Williams and Julia Georges of Germany during day seven of the 2018 French Open at Roland Garros on June 2, 2018 in Paris, France. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

Getty
PARIS, FRANCE – JUNE 02: Former heavyweight boxer, Mike Tyson watches on during the ladies singles third round match between Serena Williams and Julia Georges of Germany during day seven of the 2018 French Open at Roland Garros on June 2, 2018 in Paris, France. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)
The Patriots opened their season with a not-so-impressive start. The franchise failed to showcase while the Dolphins swam to victory. But it was Robert Kraft who made it into the buzz. The franchise owner shared the booth with boxing legend Mike Tyson. However, the camera panned on them at the wrong time. The NFL Twitter went into a fest of hilarity after cameras spotted both of them holding hands.
Watch What’s Trending Now!
ADVERTISEMENT
While attending Patriots games, Robert Kraft is reputed to be accompanied by some famous faces. Celebrities such as Jon Bon Jovi and Mark Wahlberg have shared a suite with the Patriots’ owner. This time, it was Mike Tyson, another renowned but unexpected guest joined Kraft on Sunday.
ADVERTISEMENT
What a moment, Mike Tyson!
The cameras moved toward Robert Kraft and Mike Tyson during the Patriots-Dolphins game. Various still images showcase them holding hands in an awkward position. But a clip shared by Warren Sharp gives more justification to it. Call it divine intervention or impeccable timing. But NFL fans can now see one of the most uncomfortable handshakes encounters ever witnessed on broadcast in a long time.
— Warren Sharp (@SharpFootball) September 11, 2022
ADVERTISEMENT
The clip shows Robert Kraft chose the palm pat, and Tyson responded with the initial fist bump. It certainly took Kraft aback. Then it was simply a jumble of palms mingling in every direction.
Top Stories
Josh Allen Makes Lifetime Buffalo Announcement as Pregnant Hailee Steinfeld Receives Bills QB’s Clear Family Plan

Travis Kelce Reveals Real Reason Behind Decision to Snub the Media Amid Retirement Rumors

Major Chiefs Concern Surrounding Patrick Mahomes Revealed as Andy Reid Deals With Several Injury Woes

Dan Marino Says Being Franchise QB Isn’t for Everyone Amid Dolphins’ Decision to Bench Tua Tagovailoa

Jerry Jones Announces If Trevon Diggs Will Exit, Gives Final Verdict on Cowboys Head Coach

NFL Fans have a fest over the awkward handshake
The Mike Tyson-Robert Kraft moment caught everyone’s attention on Twitter. It began an all-out fest of hilarity on the social media platform.
ADVERTISEMENT
A user simply said to do whatever Tyson asked to.
You do what Mike tells you https://t.co/gYi4lkOUvj
— Brian Gomes (@BrianGomes) September 12, 2022
ADVERTISEMENT
A user claimed that if Mike Tyson wishes to clasp hands, they will. Will anyone say no to him?
If Mike Tyson wants to hold hands, you hold hands. Are you going to tell him no?
— Jeremy Neasley (@JayEsEn87) September 11, 2022
A user questioned if the move was to instill toughness among the Patriots?
ADVERTISEMENT
Was this supposed to inspire toughness from his team?
— Bdub (@beeweb67) September 11, 2022
A user shared an Iron Mike GIF to express hot the boxer would’ve felt.
— Ryan Walters (@RyanWalters2519) September 11, 2022
ADVERTISEMENT
A user simply called two GOATs in one frame.
2 🐐
— Dylan (@Pats_express) September 11, 2022
A user countered every meme by saying that it was just embracing that He witnessed live. Much like a dad grabbing his child’s hand
ADVERTISEMENT
This is stupid. Saw it live and it was an embrace. Much like how a father grabs his sons hand
— Jah Mal (@_Jah_Mal) September 12, 2022
Another user simply left some emojis to express themselves.
😂😂😂😂
— A (@illest_a) September 11, 2022
This user also countered Kleiman’s claims of the moment being a handshake.
They’re not holding hands but ok.
Rent free with the Pats yet again this year I see
— J Suave (@JSuave333) September 11, 2022
A user left a simple line that the Kings stay kings.
Kings stay kings
— carlos (@carlosEpatriots) September 11, 2022
No matter what they talked about, this moment will live rent free in every NFL Fans’ heads.
Watch This Story: Patrick Mahomes’ Mother Offers An Insight Into Raising A Future Hall Of Famer, An NFL MVP And Super Bowl Champion, And Then A Notorious TikTok Star
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

