I didn't get it, but followed a chat on ESPN. Heard there was an intentional headbutt that led to the controversy. I never figured Ortiz had a chance and from what it sounded like was getting beat up with counter rights. Probably got frustrated, headbutted and paid for it.
Mayweather is ridiculous. Whether or not the match was "back on" or not after the timeout, his opponent clearly wasn't fighting and the referee had his back turned to the action, it wasn't a legit shot to take. It was legal, but so are a lot of things that aren't okay. Also, what was up with Mayweather talking to Larry Merchant after the match? He's a disrespectful punk. I can't wait until Pac Man KOs him in the 1st someday.
Mayweather is ridiculous. Whether or not the match was "back on" or not after the timeout, his opponent clearly wasn't fighting and the referee had his back turned to the action, it wasn't a legit shot to take. It was legal, but so are a lot of things that aren't okay. Also, what was up with Mayweather talking to Larry Merchant after the match? He's a disrespectful punk. I can't wait until Pac Man KOs him in the 1st someday.
He headbutted, and the fight was stopped briefly. He apologized once, then they touched gloves. And they Ortiz dropped his gloves again to apologize (after they were already set to go again), and Mayweather dropped him.
If the fight is "back on" and his opponent isn't fighting, that's not Mayweather's problem. It's not his fault that Ortiz is an idiot.
It was a cheap shot, no question about it. A reason exists why you NEVER see a guy swing in that situation. Joe Cortez should also never be allowed in the ring again. Take control of the fight and pay attention Joe. Floyd would have won easily, too bad he had to go the route of a complete punk shot to close the deal. He was equally as pathetic in the post fight interview with Larry Merchant...clearly shows he knew he made a mistake and needed to take it out on an 80 year old man. The stress of avoiding Pacman is showing, greatly.