World News – AU – Action fighter Josesito Lopez’s mission in boxing and in life is to keep on driving

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The man named « Riverside Rocky » returns on Saturday to the show for an event under the heading of Errol Spence Jr. Back to the ring. Defense of the welterweight championship against Danny Garcia at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.

But after speaking to people involved in the show, Insider understands that Lopez could steal the headlines since he is in a £ 147 battle with Francisco Santana that guarantees action.

So says former two-time welterweight champion Shawn Porter, who will be commenting on the Fox Sports battle pay-per-view.

« This is a great action fight for the undercard to really gear us up for the night and the main event, » Porter told Insider.

Insider also spoke to Lopez himself, who told us he was happy with his performance in his last fight – a round of 16 win over John Molina Jr. . last year – stressed he was « ready to do it all again » against Francisco Santana.

« He’s a tough game fighter, » said Lopez of Santana. « I expect a tough fight as there is a lot of fighting going on. He never gives up and he’ll give me a run for my money. « 

Even at 36, Lopez himself remains a game and has one of the best boxing coaches in the world in his corner – Robert Garcia; The former IBF super featherweight champion who built an impressive fighting club in Southern California.

Commenting on the positive changes Lopez has noticed in Garcia, the fighter said, « I’ve put pressure on myself to work harder than ever before, but there are also intellectual changes. I think smarter in the ring and work smarter and harder.

Lopez also said Garcia has an exceptional understanding of ring generalship. « His understanding of the situations in the ring is a huge plus.

« We have some of the best fighters in the world training in the same gym. So the quality of the sparring is another big thing.

« I fight against young top killers in the game. Almost to the point where it comes down to fighting the night, I won’t see anyone better than sparring partners. « 

Lopez.

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One of his favorite dishes in the winter months is caldo de res, a Mexican beef soup with vegetables. « This one hits the point, » he told us.

As Lopez warms up with the hearty beef soup, he’s probably looking back on the year he, like many around the world, was hit by the coronavirus.

The pandemic closed the world’s major sports leagues from mid-March, and boxing has been one of many industries where contestants like Lopez wondered when they’ll be back to work.

« I started my trucking business, » said Lopez. « It’s called Riverside Rocky to transport it, and it’s ready to take off earlier this year.

« I had a bit of time on my hands, it was something I wanted to do and I was hesitant.

« I thought it might be a while before I fight. If I have time to get some things out of the way now, why not? « .

« I have two trucks ready to drive and I look forward to getting my transportation business up and running. « 

« I have to come out healthy in my fight against Santana, but above all I have to look good, » he said.

« Then I want one of the top guys. I would love to shoot the winner or the loser of the main event – Errol Spence Jr. . and Danny Garcia. It’s two exciting fights with two of the best guys out there.

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