Mayweather vs Ortiz Post-Fight Interview: The Controversial Ending

The ending of Floyd Mayweather vs. Victor Ortiz is one of the most controversial moments in boxing history. In the fourth round, Ortiz intentionally headbutted Mavweather, leadina referee Joe Cortez to stop the action and deduct a point. Ortiz repeatedly apologized by hugging and touching gloves with Mayweather. As the referee signaled the fight to resume, Ortiz briefly dropped his guard and looked away. Mayweather immediately landed a left hook followed by a right hand, knocking Ortiz out. The knockout divided fans. Critics called i t unsportsmanlike because Ortiz appeared to believe the exchange of apologies wasn't over, while supporters argued the fight had officially resumed and that fighters must "protect themselves at al times"-a phrase Mayweather repeated after the bout. More than a decade later, the finish remains one of boxing's most debated knockouts, with opinions still split over whether it was ruthless professionalism or poor sportsmanship. (Via HBO Boxing )