Mayweather vs Gotti ends in brawl

On Sunday, June 11, 2023, an exhibition fight took place between former multi-weight world champion, Floyd Mayweather, and John Gotti III, grandson of the notorious late American crime boss John Gotti, at the FLA Live Arena in sunny Florida. The fight, scheduled for eight rounds, ended in chaos when Gotti III threw punches at Mayweather after the final bell had rung.

Referee Kenny Bayliss waved off the fight in the sixth round, much to the annoyance of Gotti III who stepped past Bayliss and continued to throw punches at the 46-year-old Mayweather. This led to members of both fighters' teams entering the ring and further fights breaking out in the crowd and backstage of the arena.

Police were forced to clear the venue and threaten charges for those who refused to leave immediately. The events that unfolded were undoubtedly shocking and unexpected, especially considering the exhibition nature of the fight.

Mayweather, who retired from professional boxing in 2017 with a flawless record of 50-0, has since competed in numerous exhibition fights. Despite the unexpected turn of events that occurred, Mayweather remains unfazed, stating in a social media post, "That's why they pay the big bucks, because I put on a show."

While the fight may have ended in chaos, it undoubtedly provided an entertaining spectacle for those in attendance and watching from home. The unexpected nature of the events that unfolded only adds to the intrigue and excitement surrounding the world of boxing and the potential for future exhibition matches.

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