05/06/2024
Hello everyone! Today, I met with my eye surgeon, who performed double eye surgery on me in November 2023. While I am pleased that my eyes continue to improve and heal, it still does not meet the minimum requirements set forth by the Pennsylvania Athletic Commission.
The repaired retina in my right eye is experiencing fluid accumulation, causing distortion in my vision. As a result, the surgeon has not medically cleared me to fight on July 13.
While I am devastated by this news, I have peace in my heart. A situation not in my control. Everything in my control, I’ve given 100% of myself to in preparation for this fight.
Over the next few days and weeks, my team and I are meeting with world class eye doctors and surgeons to explore my options, so I can have a more clear path to get back to world class boxing at a championship level.
I first want to thank my family and team, who have been working tirelessly around the clock in preparation for this fight (you know who you are). I want to thank Tom Brown and , who are 100% behind me. I want to thank the for the title shot opportunity. I want to thank ( and ). I want to thank , I was looking forward to an epic battle, I respect you and wish you the best in your title defense. Lastly, I want to thank you all.
The journey is not over.
