In the world of boxing, demands can be as flashy as the bouts themselves. Abdul Wahid, once known as Gervonta Davis, set the bar high. Two Ferraris for a fight? That’s his ask. But Turki Alalshikh’s response? Gloves, not cars. This saga unfolds with Bill Haney’s wit in the mix.
He quips about repossessing the luxury cars before they even hit the road. A Ferrari debacle, indeed. What’s behind these outlandish demands? And Alalshikh’s curt dismissal?
Two un-driven Ferraris go back to the garage
In a recent turn of events, the boxing community witnessed an intriguing exchange between Bill Haney and Abdul Wahid. The heart of the matter? A demand for two Ferraris in exchange for stepping into the ring in Saudi Arabia. Bill Haney, with his characteristic humor, recounted a conversation that caught everyone off guard. “Well, I got to call the people and tell them to put the Ferraris back,” he shared during a FightHype interview. “Turki said he’s only sending two pair of gloves for Gervonta Davis, and he going to have to pick up the rest of the money when he get to Saudi Arabia.”
The dialogue didn’t stop there. Haney’s jest about the Ferraris being “repossessed before he could even drive them” not only added a layer of humor but also highlighted the absurdity of the situation. This exchange underlines the boldness of Wahid’s demands and Turki Alalshikh’s firm stance. Alalshikh’s offer of “two gloves if you want” as a counter to the Ferrari demand signifies a return to the sport’s essence, away from its materialistic distractions
How did Davis react to Turki’s statement though?
Gervonta Davis don’t need the Saudis?
Gervonta Davis made it clear he has little interest in the material incentives offered by Turki Alalshikh. Following Alalshikh’s rather cheeky proposition in response to Davis’ lavish demands, stating on MMA Hour, “I heard Davis said ‘Send to me two Ferraris.’ I say to him – we will send you two gloves if you want. That’s it,” the boxing world was abuzz.
Not missing a beat, Davis quickly countered on X, “When did I ever need em?” This sharp exchange underscores Davis’ focus on the sport over the spoils, despite speculation about his prolonged absence potentially extending. Amidst this, whispers of Davis’ next potential opponent begin to swirl, adding another layer of intrigue to the saga.
What impact do these public negotiations have on the perception of boxing as a sport? Moreover, how will this episode influence the negotiations and demands of future fighters?
