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Francis Ngannou has the superior hitting power to Anthony Joshua, while Tyson Fury dominated Deontay Wilder, according to their scores on a punch machine.

Ngannou is set for his second professional boxing bout when he meets Joshua in Saudi Arabia on March 8 after previously impressing in his defeat against Tyson Fury.

Joshua is attempting to keep his plans of becoming a three-time heavyweight world title holder alive by beating Ngannou in the hopes of setting up a unificiation fight against the eventual winner of Oleksandr Usyk and Fury’s bout.

UFC News: Francis Ngannou speaks highly of Tyson Fury, Deontay Wilder and Anthony  Joshua

But amid the very serious machinations of the heavyweight division, most of the top contenders have been seen trying their hand at the classic punching machine over the years.

Seven fighters in total can be seen in a video that was released on Instagram on Wednesday and the results are very revealing.

One of the biggest fights of 2023 was the clash between Ryan Garcia and the hard-hitting Gervonta Davis.

This matchup saw two of boxing’s biggest stars go head-to-head in Las Vegas in a contest which generated huge interest and PPV buys.

During his meteoric rise, Garcia frequently called out Davis and finally got his wish, but he was unable to beat “Tank” who managed to knock down Garcia twice before the fight was stopped in the seventh round.

Boxing: Ryan Garcia calls for rematch vs Gervonta Davis: Maybe at 140 or  147 pounds | Marca

The loss to Davis saw Garcia receive some criticism and was branded a ‘quitter’ by a number of fans.

When a fighter suffers a loss in a marquee bout, some struggle to come to terms with what transpired in the ring, but for Garcia, he has used his defeat to Davis to give himself a new lease of life and beat all of his rivals.

The year 2023 was a difficult season for Mercedes as they had to take a back seat to Red Bull after having dominated the Formula 1 circuit for the past decade. The team struggled with their performance, and despite Hamilton looking closer to his best, George Russell struggled more. Mercedes admitted their faults immediately during the first race weekend, but they were no closer to Red Bull. For the first time since 2011, there wasn’t a victory for Mercedes.

Mercedes had won eight consecutive constructors’ championships from 2014 to 2021 before dropping to third and second place in the last two seasons – disappointing finishes for the once-unbeatable team.

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The seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton finished the year in third place, his poorest showing since he started racing in Formula 1. His teammate George Russell finished the year in eighth place, a second-season syndrome year for him. However, the lessons Russell learned will hold him well in the future. Russell ended the season on a high note with a second podium of the year in Abu Dhabi. This is something he can build on in an otherwise disappointing season. Hamilton scored 234 points and placed third, while Russell scored 175 points and placed eighth.

Simone Biles, one of the greatest gymnasts of all time, expressed her gratitude after being nominated for the Laureus World Comeback of the Year 2024 for her sensational 2023 season.

In 2023, Biles returned to the competitive sport in the U.S. Classic 2023, two years after her appearance at the Tokyo Olympics 2020 in 2021, where she claimed the all-around, balance beam, and floor exercise titles, and collected the bronze in the uneven bars.

Simone Biles Pairs Bikini With Cowboy Hat in Tropical Vacation Photos -  Parade

In the U.S. National Championships 2023, Biles surpassed the record of Al Jochim of seven national titles by claiming her eighth all-around national title. Additionally, she bagged the gold medals on balance beam, floor exercise, and a bronze in the bars.

This also made her the oldest woman to claim the title at 26 years and 166 days, breaking Linda Metheny Mulvihill (24 years and 100 days) in 1971.

The Spanish superstar is arguably the biggest fish netted by LIV Golf boss Greg Norman, signing with the breakaway league in December for a reported $500 million.

The slow drain of players away from the established PGA and DP World Tour’s and a potential deal with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has forced initial naysayers to do an about-turn on their opinion of LIV Golf.

Jon Rahm says Tiger Woods won't answer his texts about LIV Golf move -  Yahoo Sports

Rory McIlroy – who was vehemently against LIV Golf at the outset – changed his tune after several of his mates joined the league.

In an interview with ESPN, Rahm revealed he had texted Woods, but he hasn’t heard back yet…

Jon Rahm: How Spaniard secured world No 1 return with Tiger Woods-esque  winning run at Genesis Invitational | Golf News | Sky Sports

“I mean, Tiger, I texted him and the people that try to reach out, you know, the process, when I signed and I just let him know, ‘Hey, you know, this is a personal decision. I have nothing against anybody’,” said the world number three.

“Rory has been supportive publicly of my decision, and he was privately as well.”

For Rahm, he’s just chuffed he gets to play less golf for more money and spend time with his family.

Rising tennis sensation Joao Fonseca recently opened up on the players he looks up to, including Roger Federer. He also revealed that despite being a fan, he did not watch the Swiss’ 2019 Wimbledon final loss to Novak Djokovic.

Fonseca has been in the spotlight in recent weeks, thanks to his historic debut on the ATP circuit. The Brazilian tennis player, who was awarded a wild card at last week’s Rio Open, made quite a splash in front of his home crowd by reaching the quarterfinal with victories over Arthur Fils and Christian Garin. The 17-year-old thus created history as the first player born in 2006 to win an ATP match.

Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic compete for the greatest season

In a recent interview with UOL, Joao Fonseca shed light on his childhood, his family, and the players he loves watching. The World No. 343 disclosed that he was a “big fan” of Roger Federer and frequently flaunted the former World No. 1’s shirts. He added that his mother shared a similar fascination for the Swiss legend.

The 17-year-old, however, noted that he hardly watched any tennis matches growing up. And despite being his fan, he also skipped the 20-time Grand Slam champion’s 2019 Wimbledon epic against Novak Djokovic, something he said he now “regrets.”

1922 — In the first formal college conference basketball tournament, North Carolina beats Mercer 40-26 to win the Southern Intercollegiate Conference championship. The 13-team conference keeps standings in its’ second season.

1929 — The Chicago Black Hawks are shutout for an NHL-record eighth straight game. It’s not a total loss, as the Black Hawks hold the New York Rangers scoreless for a 0-0 tie.

1940 — College basketball is televised for the first time. Station W2XBS transmits a basketball doubleheader from New York’s Madison Square Garden. Pittsburgh plays Fordham and New York University competes against Georgetown.

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1957 — Johnny Longden becomes the first jockey in history to reach 5,000 victories. Longden, who started his career in 1927, coaxes Bente to a head victory over Flying Finish II in the fourth race at Santa Anita Park.

1960 — The United States hockey team scores six goals in the third period to beat Czechoslovakia 9-4 and win the gold medal in the Winter Olympics at Squaw Valley, Calif. The U.S. is down 4-3 after two periods, but Roger Christian scores three times in the third. Roger’s brother, Bill Christian, assists on two of the three goals.

Joshua however points out that even though bouts with those opponents never came to fruition, for his part he has previously agreed to fight both men.

Talks for a fight with Tyson Fury have stalled and collapsed in the past, while Joshua had inked a deal to fight Wilder this year, only for the American to suffer a surprise upset loss to Joseph Parker and nix the arrangement.

Tyson Fury may have been fooled by Francis Ngannou before their boxing match. In October, the 37-year-old swapped the UFC cage for the boxing ring when he made his debut against none other than the WBC Heavyweight champion.

The Cameroon fighter exceeded expectations and pushed ‘The Gypsy King’ to his limi, even knocking him to the canvas in the third round. He was incredibly competitive throughout the 10-round encounter and only beaten via split decision, which some fans felt was the wrong call.

Exclusive: Mike Tyson backing Francis Ngannou to do 'very well' against Tyson  Fury - 'He's a real power puncher' - Eurosport

It is possible Fury and his team went into the fight not expecting much from Ngannou, if his workout posted to social media was anything to go by. Footage emerged of the former UFC Heavyweight Champion getting some reps in on the pads with new coach Mike Tyson watching on.

He looked somewhat lacklustre and some of boxing’s biggest names voiced their displeasure with Ngannou’s display. Former super-middleweight champion Carl Froch added: “Fury’s not going to be worried about getting hit by that monstrous punch, because I’ve seen Ngannou on the pads and he looks terrible.

In the realm of boxing, where strength and strategy intertwine, few individuals achieve the level of greatness possessed by Floyd Mayweather Sr. This American boxing trainer and former boxer is a true living legend, with a remarkable net worth of $5 million, which he accumulated through his illustrious sporting career and subsequent triumphant training ventures.

From the moment Mayweather Sr. stepped into the ring in 1974 until his well-earned retirement in 1990, he mesmerized audiences with his extraordinary talents. With an aura of invincibility surrounding him, Mayweather Sr. crafted an impressive record that many pugilists would envy. His awe-inspiring track record boasts 28 wins, only six losses, and a solitary draw – a testament to his unwavering determination and relentless drive for success.

Boxing: Is Floyd Mayweather running out of money? | Marca

However, it was upon waving goodbye to his own gladiatorial pursuit that Mayweather Sr.’s true journey began. Transcending from a formidable competitor to a trailblazing mentor, he emerged as one of the most celebrated trainers in the realms of professional boxing. Fighters sought after his invaluable expertise and guidance, drawn by his reputation for transforming raw talent into greatness.

Mayweather Sr.’s immense knowledge and contagious passion propelled him to work alongside some of the most esteemed figures in the sport. Notable fighters such as Chad Dawson and Joan Guzman entrusted their careers to his seasoned tutelage. It is little wonder why these remarkable athletes sought solace under Mayweather Sr.’s watchful eye – they recognized that being coached by this virtuoso was akin to gaining access to an inexhaustible reservoir of wisdom.