“Too Far, Tank!” Gervonta Davis Faces Backlash Over Inappropriate Comments About Frank Martin’s Partner
In what was expected to be a routine press conference ahead of the highly anticipated Gervonta Davis vs. Frank Martin bout, emotions ran high as Davis took the opportunity to throw verbal jabs, not at his opponent, but at Martin’s girlfriend, igniting a firestorm of controversy and outrage within the boxing community.
As the two fighters faced off in Las Vegas, Nevada, tensions quickly escalated when Martin was asked about his status as the underdog in the upcoming match. Before he could finish his response, Davis interjected, demanding to be heard. What followed was a heated exchange, with Martin vowing to “touch [Davis] up” in the ring.
He remarked, “You be doing all the tweeting, lemme talk.”
“Didn’t you say you’re done talking?… imma touch him up… imma touch his a** up.”
He said, “That little female he got. She’s probably around here somewhere. I’ll catch up with her.”
‼️ Gervonta Davis clashing with Frank Martin and his team at today’s first press conference ahead of June 15th: “That little female he got, she’s probably around here somewhere. I’ll catch up with her”
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He explained, “I’m glad to be back in the ring. I’ve been off for a long time. I want to be flawless and do what I do best and that’s give you fans the best boxing you’ve seen up to date. He’s a frontrunner. I’m telling you, it’s a different beast in front of you.”
While that seemed powerful, he added further, “There’s nobody walking with him, holding his hand. It’s not going to be the same on June 15th. There’s a lot of bull s**t built up. I’m going to take it out on him. I’m sorry it’s going to be him.”
However, it was Davis’s derogatory remarks about Martin’s partner that truly shocked spectators and fans alike. In a moment of apparent frustration, Davis referred to Martin’s girlfriend using disrespectful language, sparking immediate condemnation and backlash.
The comments, described by many as “crossing the line,” drew swift criticism from fans and pundits, who condemned Davis’s behavior as unsportsmanlike and inappropriate. Social media platforms erupted with outrage, with users expressing their disgust at Davis’s disrespectful conduct.
Despite attempts to steer the conversation back to boxing, Davis continued to dominate the dialogue with his controversial remarks, overshadowing any discussion of the upcoming match. However, amidst the chaos, Davis did offer some insights into his return to the ring after a lengthy absence, expressing his determination to deliver a flawless performance for his fans.
With tensions running high and emotions boiling over, the stage is set for a dramatic showdown between Davis and Martin on June 15th. But as the fighters prepare to step into the ring, the fallout from Davis’s controversial comments continues to reverberate throughout the boxing world, leaving many questioning the boundaries of sportsmanship and respect in the fight game.