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By Luke Furman

Two-division former world champion David Haye is furious with Bernd Boente, the manager of WBC heavyweight champion Vitali Klitschko. Earlier today, Haye announced on Twitter that Vitali agreed to fight him next. Boente, during an interview with BoxingScene.com, disputed Haye’s announcement and said it’s “not true.”

Boente’s denial has reached Haye, who claims that he agreed to every term of the contract. Meanwhile, Boente states that Haye is demanding a “massive guarantee” to accept the fight. Even Haye himself, in an earlier interview, revealed that he accepted an agreement in December, but the terms were later changed and he wasn’t satisfied with the new deal.

“I just heard that Bernd Boente has retracted Vitali’s agreement to fight. Bernd obviously wants more Mormeck nights. Maybe someone should tell Bernd Boente that he works for Vitali. Vitali said today that he wants the fight, so why’s Bernd Boente b*tching out. I agreed in December to all terms for the Vitali fight - money, rematches, location, gloves, allocation of tickets, etc. After hearing Vitali’s interview on SKY, I feel he’s not been given all the facts by his team about me. As I have already agreed to all terms,” Haye stated.

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By Rick Reeno

Bernd Boente, manager of WBC heavyweight champion Vitali Klitschko, disputes a Twitter announcement by British heavyweight David Haye, who claims Vitali agreed to fight him next. The two sides were trying to negotiate a fight earlier this year, but Klitschko walked away from the table.

Boente, at a post-fight press conference in Düsseldorf for Wladimir Klitschko’s knockout victory over Jean Marc Mormeck, told BoxingScene.com that Haye announcement is simply “not true.”

According to Boente, Haye is a demanding a “ridiculous guarantee” and “50% of the British pay-per-view” - demands which the Klitschko side is not willing to accommodate.

Haye rejected Klitschko’s offer in December - but the door is still open, says Boente, for Haye to return to the table and accept the offer that was previously rejected - or the Klitschko side will move forward with another opponent.

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KO Number 50 For Wladimir

In a spectacular show at the ESPRIT arena in Düsseldorf, Germany, “Dr. Steel Hammer” Wladimir Klitschko kept his promise and rewarded his fans with a half century of KO’s at 1 minute and 12 seconds of round four against Jean-Marc Mormeck.

Klitschko (57-3, 50KOs) demolished former cruiserweight king Jean Marc Mormeck (36-5, 22KOs) in four one-sided rounds to retain the WBA/IBO/IBF/WBO heavyweight titles.
In an obvious mis-match and predictable result, Mormeck came out bobbing and weaving and trying to get inside but failed to land a single punch.

In the second round, a big right put Mormeck down. In the fourth round, Wladimir landed a combination that put Mormeck down. He made it up on the very edge of the count and the referee waved it off.

After the fight Wladimir Klitschko had praise for Mormeck saying that he was a fighter with heart but avoided a direct answer when asked about the criticism, suggesting a mismatch between the two fighters. Regarding future challengers Wladimir said; that he had a great respect for the upcoming young boxers, such as Price and Fury who would be replacing the ageing generation of boxers. Wladimir was also quick to point out that he did not consider himself as old, as he was also the younger of the Klitschko’s.

Vitali Klitschko, did not quite confirm earlier reports from David Haye, via his Twitter account, claiming that Vitali had agreed to accept him as a challenger. However he also did not dispute the possibility.

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February 19, 2024 | Wladimir Klitschko’s statement after Chisora’s scandalous behaviour during fight week http://www.klitschko.com

Dear friends,

I am shocked and deeply embarrassed by the actions of Dereck Chisora and his team over this past week.

It saddens me how he represented the sport of boxing and disrespected the Champion of the World Vitali Klitschko at the weigh-in and fight night.

But even more embarrassing and disgraceful to the sport was the post fight press conference.

With journalists from all over the world in attendance, this same man Dereck Chisora, got into a fight with Adam Booth, the trainer of David Haye, and David Haye himself. Dereck then promised out loudly multiple times right in front of the press to “personally SHOOT AND KILL David Haye!!!”

For all of the great Champions from the past that have been polishing the image of the sport of boxing and giving it the glamour, respect and recognition while setting a good example for the youth of the world to follow, this type of behavior kills all that hard work from the former champs and teaches disrespect for the sport and fellow human beings.

There has to be consequences for these kinds of actions and must never be tolerated by the boxing organizations, the media, fellow boxers and boxing fans. It must be stopped, otherwise the sport of boxing is going to go down the hill fast!

I just wanted to share my feelings and thoughts with you and hope some type of action is taken to show the world that the sport of boxing WILL NOT tolerate this kind of behaviour.

With respect,

Wladimir Klitschko

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In what only can be termed as embarrassing fracas for the face of British Boxing, German prosecutors have confirmed that David Haye and Dereck Chisora are suspected of offences punishable by prison sentences, according to reports, while Chisora has been called in by Britain’s boxing authorities the British Boxing Board of Control on Wednesday, 14th March 2012 under Regulation 25 (misconduct) with regard to his behaviour prior, during and after his contest for the World Boxing Council Heavyweight Championship against Vitali Klitschko.

The BBC report that police suspect Haye of grievous bodily harm. If the former world heavyweight champion were found guilty, he would face a minimum term of six months in jail. German authorities have confirmed that they want to question Haye. “Of course we still want to talk to Mr Haye and question him to find out about his involvement,” Munich police spokesman Wolfgang Wenger said.

“There are of course investigations centred on him and the prosecutor will decide here how to get hold of him, whether this will happen in England or here. The judiciary must decide how to proceed… “We need to question Mr Haye and the others who were involved and then we need to decide if there will be further questioning. The investigations are underway and these need time and thoroughness.

“It wasn’t very easy to see immediately what exactly happened. This is also part of the investigations. From what we can see in the videos, and of course there may also be other evidence, it seems to be a case of assault, as well as suspicion of grievous bodily harm because perhaps a bottle or tripod was also used to hit someone. “This is grievous bodily harm. A threat would be if an actual threat was made to the life of another. This still needs to be clarified.” Chisora, who was released without charge after being detained in Munich Airport yesterday, is suspected of malicious injury, which could carry a sentence of up to five years, as well as a ‘threat’, which if proven could be punished by a fine or a jail term of up to one year. Zimbabwe-born Chisora has also been called to appear in front of the British Boxing Board of Control at a hearing on March 14. “Mr Dereck Chisora has been called to appear before the Stewards of the British Boxing Board of Control on Wednesday, 14th March 2012 under Regulation 25 (misconduct) with regard to his behaviour prior, during and after his contest for the World Boxing Council Heavyweight Championship against Vitali Klitschko,”

A BBBC statement said. The Board of Control has the right to impose financial penalties, sporting suspensions or even withdraw Chisora’s boxing licence; having retired, Haye is not under the organisation’s jurisdiction but could find it difficult to reapply if he wishes to make a comeback.

The boxers clashed in the press conference following Chisora’s defeat at the hands of WBC champion Vitali Klitschko. Chisora mocked Haye, who was covering the fight for television, for his poor performance in losing to Vitali’s brother Wladimir last year and tried to talk him into an all-British fight after the Klitschkos’ manager said the brothers were finished with British fighters after protestations from Haye at the back of the room. Chisora apologised for his part in the brawl, accusing Haye of striking him with a bottle but accepting his responsibility for the debacle.

“I feel I must wholeheartedly apologise for my part in the regrettable scenes both before and after what was to be the biggest night of my career,” he said. “Whilst my behaviour was inexcusable, there were many things that went on behind the scenes that ultimately caused my frustrations to boil over, however this is of course no excuse. “I cannot go into the specific details at the moment as quite rightly the British Boxing Board of Control will be investigating this matter and also the altercation that took place between David Haye and myself where I was struck by a bottle. “Despite all of this, the bottom line is, I have let my family, my team and worst of all the sport I love down.

I acknowledge that my actions were totally unprofessional, with or without provocation.” Haye has released a statement to say he will assist the authorities in any investigation - but stopped short of saying sorry for his part in what happened. “I realise I am no angel - and don’t mind a bit of professional trash-talk to help raise boxing’s profile - but, during my 21 years in the sport, I have never been involved in, or even witnessed, such a serious fracas,” the statement read. “If requested, I shall happily assist the boxing authorities with any investigation they wish to launch and, ultimately, hope that all lessons learned from this incident will be implemented. “I also hope Dereck Chisora is able to learn from his mistakes this past weekend, right the wrongs and then go on to fulfil his potential in the boxing ring.” After giving his side of the incident, Haye explained why he had already left Germany by the time police had arrived at his hotel.

“Thankfully, it didn’t take long for the ruckus to again settle down. It was then that I heard Chisora say he planned to ‘shoot me dead’,” he said. “I decided to leave the venue and return to my hotel, a move which I hoped would diffuse [sic] the situation. “However, Chisora’s team were staying at the same hotel as me and, in light of the threats Chisora had made in front of the world’s media, it seemed far more appropriate for me and Adam to leave the hotel as quickly as possible. “Consequently, I left Munich on an earlier flight on Sunday morning.”

Haye: You’ve lost your last three fights, you lost to Tyson Fury. You’re a loser. Chisora: Tell that to my face. I’m coming down, tell that to my face.

David Haye’s full statement: It is with regret that I feel I have to issue this statement to clarify certain matters, following an unfortunate incident that occurred on Saturday night (February 18) in Munich, Germany at the Vitali Klitschko vs. Dereck Chisora post-fight press conference.

I was in Munich to watch the WBC world heavyweight title bout between Klitschko and Chisora and provide punditry for BoxNation, and accredited as such. During the post-fight press conference, I was stood at the back of the room. It wasn’t until Bernd Bonte said my name and involved me in the press conference that I commented. I was then happy to banter back and forth with Bonte and Klitschko, keen to ascertain whether he (Vitali) would stay true to his word and reiterate his desire to do what his younger brother couldn’t do – knock me out. I felt as though the public would want to hear more information about this potential bout and that we could both start beating the drum ahead of a showdown later this year.

However, at this point Chisora began firing insults at me from his position on the top table. In fact, he has recently made a habit of saying derogatory things about me in the press. Moments before declaring he wanted to go face-to-face with me, Chisora assured the gathered media that he would give me ‘two slaps’. Chisora had, of course, already been shrouded in controversy that weekend. Despite this, Chisora climbed down from the top table, removed his robe and then walked towards me, entourage in tow, in an aggressive manner. I held my ground, but, unfortunately, he caused a serious disturbance to occur, something which threatened to damage the reputation of the sport we both love. Regrettably, some members of his entourage also encouraged the chaos. Nevertheless, Chisora and I soon separated, brushed ourselves down and moved in opposite directions.

The confrontation then reignited, however, and both Don Charles and Adam Booth became involved in the mess. Adam suffered a cut to the head. Thankfully, it didn’t take long for the ruckus to again settle down. It was then that I heard Chisora say he planned to ‘shoot me dead’. I decided to leave the venue and return to my hotel, a move which I hoped would diffuse the situation. However, Chisora’s team were staying at the same hotel as me and, in light of the threats Chisora had made in front of the world’s media, it seemed far more appropriate for me and Adam to leave the hotel as quickly as possible. Consequently, I left Munich on an earlier flight on Sunday morning and have been thinking about what happened ever since, as well as replaying the incident many times via YouTube. It goes without saying, I am bitterly disappointed to have been a part of what transpired on Saturday evening.

I realise I am no angel – and don’t mind a bit of professional trash-talk to help raise boxing’s profile – but, during my 21 years in the sport, I have never been involved in, or even witnessed, such a serious fracas. If requested, I shall happily assist the boxing authorities with any investigation they wish to launch and, ultimately, hope that all lessons learned from this incident will be implemented. I also hope Dereck Chisora is able to learn from his mistakes this past weekend, right the wrongs and then go on to fulfil his potential in the boxing ring.

Chisora’s full statement: Following the extensive media coverage that my WBC World Heavyweight title challenge against Vitali Klitschko in Munich at the weekend has attracted, I feel I must wholeheartedly apologise for my part in the regrettable scenes both before and after what was to be the biggest night of my career.

Whilst my behaviour was inexcusable, there were many things that went on behind the scenes that ultimately caused my frustrations to boil over, however this is of course no excuse. I cannot go into the specific details at the moment as quite rightly the British Boxing Board of Control will be investigating this matter and also the altercation that took place between David Haye and myself where I was struck by a bottle.

Despite all of this, the bottom line is, I have let my family, my team and worst of all the sport I love down. I acknowledge that my actions were totally unprofessional, with or without provocation. Now, with a cool head and the benefit of hindsight, my actions at the weekend were regrettable to say the least and I am deeply embarrassed at the scenes reported in the media.

I acknowledge that I have a duty as a professional boxer to conduct myself properly at all times, especially with boxing being a sport of controlled aggression. I have let lots of people down on Saturday night, including myself, and for that I am truly sorry. In Munich I fully cooperated with the German authorities and as a result I was released without charge. I will be making no further comment at this stage and will wait for any formal hearing to take place.

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In the post fight conference after his loss to WBC heavyweight champion Vitali Klitschko, Dereck Chisora got into a wild and embarrassing brawl with compatriot David Hay. Klitschko’s manager Bernd Boente told Haye from the dias “You had an offer, you didn’t accept it, now you are out. You are out. You cannot talk yourself back into the fight, you have no belts.” Chisora then called out Haye, but Haye dismissed Chisora as “a loser.” Chisora challenged Haye to tell him that to his face and approached Haye sparking a melee. After order was restored, a furious Chisora repeated several times that he would “shoot” David Haye and claimed Haye “glassed” him. Chisora suggested to Haye’s manager Adam Booth who was sporting a facial wound from the melee that Haye had hit him with a bottle by mistake. Meanwhile the Klitschko Team watched the whole scene unfold with bemused smiles on their faces. Boente stated, “With the bad experience we’ve had with British fighters we will now look for other countries.”

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