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‘Iron Mike’ Tyson explains why ‘gym rat’ Floyd Mayweather can become a great trainer even though he likes to party

, ‘Iron Mike’ Tyson explains why ‘gym rat’ Floyd Mayweather can become a great trainer even though he likes to party

MIKE TYSON has backed fellow boxing legend Floyd Mayweather to become a hugely successful trainer.

Mayweather, 43, hung up his gloves an undefeated champion three years ago having won all 50 of his fights.

Floyd Mayweather has vowed to turn into a legendary coach

The American, who owns a strip club in Las Vegas, signalled his intentions to remain in the sport by becoming “one of the best trainers in the world.”

The Money Man has been inspired by his uncle and former coach Roger who died aged 58 back in May.

And his quest to reach the very top once again has been backed by former heavyweight champion Iron Mike.

Speaking to TMZ, he said: “Mostly, the guy that’s the great trainer is not the great fighter and that’s why he becomes the great trainer.

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“I give Floyd a good chance because Floyd’s a gym rat, that’s all he does.

“You see him in the club for one week but he’s in the gym every day for 25 years.

“Even when he goes out and party, he’s back in the gym the next day. He does it in his sleep, this is what he does.”

It is no secret that Mayweather enjoys a night out flaunting his cash as regularly seen on Instagram.

Following the death of Roger, Mayweather posted a video taking his 14-year-old nephew Chris on the pads, which came days after giving his son Koraun a masterclass at the Mayweather Boxing Club in Las Vegas.

And he vowed to turn upcoming fighters into legends with the comment: “Due to the recent passing of my Uncle Roger, I’ve felt inspired to help those around me the same way they have been there for me throughout my boxing career.

“In a time where we must distance ourselves from others, it has allowed me to reflect on how I want to make a difference in people lives and help them achieve their goals.

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“A true trainer wants the best out of their fighter and pushes them to the best of their abilities. I am new to helping people train as I’ve always been on the other side of the mitts.

“A fighter could be impressive at mitt work but it doesn’t make him a great fighter. A trainer could be impressive on the mitts but it doesn’t make him a great trainer.

“It has become a goal of mine to help others reach the best versions of themselves and walk with it in confidence. I want to leave an impression on those around me and allow them to see their potential.

Mike Tyson has backed Mayweather to achieve huge success as a coach

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“This quarantine period has allowed me to see the importance of unity and helping others grow. I want to do my part on this Earth and allow people to see the potential in themselves so that they can share it with the world.

“I am new at training and so far I’ve been working with people with no boxing experience, therefore we are growing together.

“But I promise you, I will be one of the best trainers in the world. Inspire and be inspired.”

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