Tim Bradley says the ‘writing is on the wall’ with Juan Manuel Marquez as the drug-testing confusion lingers

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Tim Bradley training in Indio, Calif. ahead of his bout with Juan Manuel Marquez (Photo: Chris Robinson – www.HustleBoss.com)

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By Chris Robinson

In a BoxingScene.com article from Bill Emes on Wednesday, Top Rank CEO Bob Arum insisted that the drug-testing issues surrounding the Oct. 12 welterweight title bout between WBO champion Tim Bradley and Juan Manuel Marquez have been resolved.

Bradley has been claiming that either VADA or USADA needed to be  involved for the fight to push forward, and later threatened to pull out of the contest if that wasn’t the case.

Word spread that Arum was looking at bringing in a third party to handle the testing, along with the cooperation of the Nevada State Athletic Commission, and confusion ensued.

Speaking with Emes, Arum claimed the matter had been sorted out.

“Everything is fine,” said Arum. “The Nevada Commission is running the tests. They are taking extensive tests. They started it [on Tuesday]. Everything is in order. The tests will be just as or even more extensive than USADA or VADA. You have to understand that these are the same tests. These organizations may evaluate them differently but the tests are the tests.”

A quick stop by Bradley’s training base in Indio, Calif., where he has begun ardently prepping for Marquez, shed light into how the defending champion is dealing with all of the drama.
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Zou Shiming talks Pacquiao-Rios, being an icon in China, getting exposure from Top Rank, more

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Chris Robinson catches up with two-time golden medalist Zou Shiming (2-0 as a pro) inside of the Beverly Hills Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif., as he discusses the support he receives from his home country, his thoughts on Manny Pacquiao vs. Brandon Rios, and more

 

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Julian Ramirez on his sparring with ‘Yeyo’ Thompson, boxing life, being with Golden Boy, more

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Chris Robinson catches up with junior featherweight prospect Julian Ramirez (8-0, 5 KO’s) outside of Elite MMA Academy in Santa Fe Springs, Calif. following a tough day of sparring with Sergio ‘Yeyo’ Thompson. Hear what Ramirez had to say about his work with Thompson, his upbringing, foray into boxing, sparring days with Miguel Vazquez and Leo Santa Cruz, plus more

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Exclusive photos: Behind the scenes at the Manny Pacquiao-Brandon Rios presser in Los Angeles

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Manny Pacquiao and Brandon Rios inside of the Beverly Hills Hotel

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HustleBoss.com goes behind the scenes inside of the Beverly Hills Hotel in Southern California for the final press conference for the Nov. 23 Manny Pacquiao-Brandon Rios clash before each man breaks for camp.

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Pacquiao vs. Rios takes place on HBO pay per view in Macau, China.

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Bob Arum has heard ‘mixed reports’ about Chavez’s camp in Mexico; eyes Golovkin clash in 2014

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Chris Robinson catches up with Top Rank CEO Bob Arum inside of the Beverly Hills Hotel in Los Angeles, Calif. Hear what Arum had to say about Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.’s training in Mexcio ahead of his Sep. 7 date with Brian Vera as well as a possible duel between Chavez and Gennady Golovkin in 2014
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Freddie Roach on Pacquiao’s demeanor, letting go of Alex Ariza, and his early days training Miguel Cotto

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Trainer Freddie Roach speaking in Beverly Hills, Calif. (Photo: Chris Robinson – www.HustleBoss.com)

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By Chris Robinson

Over the past few weeks, trainer Freddie Roach was able to reconnect with his star fighter Manny Pacquiao during a seven-city international press tour ahead of the Filipino icon’s forthcoming clash with Brandon Rios.

Roach was ringside inside of the MGM Grand in Las Vegas this past December when Pacquiao was knocked out in brutal fashion from a picturesque right hand delivered by Juan Manuel Marquez in the sixth round of their welterweight encounter.

So chilling was Pacquiao’s knockout loss, that everyone seems to be wondering how the 34-year old will recover.

We will find out when Pacquiao faces Rios in Macau, China on Nov. 23 and Roach insists he still sees the Manny of old when around his fighter and friend.

“Well, he’s still playing basketball,” Roach would quip when asked of Pacquiao’s recent demeanor. “He’s still pretty good at that. He’s a great guy, as always. I see no changes in Manny at all.”
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Manny Pacquiao and Brandon Rios face off for a final time in Los Angeles before breaking camp

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Chris Robinson was on hand inside of the Beverly Hills Hotel in Southern, California for the final Manny Pacquiao-Brandon Rios press conference, as the two men came face to face for the final time before breaking for their respective camps. Pacquiao vs. Rios takes place on Nov. 23 in Macau, China in an HBO pay per view attraction

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Freddie Roach on his early days with Miguel Cotto and why Pacquiao’s camp is better without Ariza

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Chris Robinson catches up with Five-time Trainer of the Year Freddie Roach in Beverly Hills, Calif. at the final Manny Pacquiao-Brandon Rios press conference before their Nov. 23 fight. Hear what Freddie had to say about reconnecting with Pacquiao, his thoughts on why the camp is better with Alex Ariza and what it’s been like working with Miguel Cotto

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David Estrada talks comeback, the wars with Cintron and Mosley, training in So Cal, and more

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Chris Robinson catches up with former world title challenger ‘King’ David Estrada at the Elite MMA Gym in Southern California, as he discusses his return to boxing after a two and a half year layoff, the struggles he faced with his previous promoter, his fights with Kermit Cintron and Shane Mosley, and more

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Exclusive photos: Abner Mares deep into training camp as Jhonny Gonzalez fight nears

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Abner Mares training in Santa Fe Springs, Calif.

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On Wednesday afternoon, HustleBoss.com stepped inside of the Elite Mixed Martial Arts Academy in Santa Fe Springs, Calif. as WBC featherweight champion Abner Mares (26-0-1, 14 KO’s) boxed with junior lightweight prospect Luis Martinez ahead of his Aug. 24 clash with former champion Jhonny Gonzalez.

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Mares faces off with Gonzalez in a Showtime attraction from the StubHub Center in nearby Carson in what will serve as the first defense of his new title.

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Mares won his WBC bauble with a resounding 10th round TKO over Daniel Ponce De Leon this past May in Las Vegas after moving up in weight and has stamped himself as one of the rising stars in the sport.

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Abner Mares surprised to see Nonito Donaire back on HBO before Guillermo Rigondeaux

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Chris Robinson catches up with WBC featherweight champion Abner Mares (26-0-1, 14 KO’s) inside of the Elite MMA Gym in Santa Fe Springs, Calif. as he spoke on his August 24 Showtime clash with Jhonny Gonzalez, his thoughts on Guillermo Rigondeaux’s victory over Nonito Donaire, and more

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Zach Cooper on his sparring with Rocco, why Floyd’s gym is #1, and learning from Jeff Mayweather

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Chris Robinson catches up with junior middleweight prospect Zach Cooper following another day of training inside of the Mayweather Boxing Club. Hear what Zach had to say about his sparring sessions inside of the gym, what he’s learned from his trainer Jeff Mayweather, why Floyd’s gym is the best, and much more

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Kevin Newman discusses his Ringside championship, the upcoming PAL tournament, and going pro

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Chris Robinson catches up with talented amateur prospect Kevin Newman inside of the Mayweather Boxing Club as he shows off his belt that he won at the Ringside Championships in Kansas City while also discussing his upcoming PAL tournament and the eventual process of going professional

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Karim Mayfield talks Vegas camp, facing Top Rank’s star fighters, and his grudge with Danny Garcia

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Chris Robinson goes behind the scenes with junior welterweight contender Karim Mayfield (17-0-1, 10 KO’s) following his training in Las Vegas, Nevada ahead of his showcase on the September 7 Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. vs. Brian Vera card. Hear what Mayfield had to say about his sparring with prospect Donte Strayhorn, his signing with Top Rank and future fights, and his grudge with WBA/WBC champion Danny Garcia

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Jeff Mayweather shocked to hear HBO’s Jim Lampley suggest Juan Manuel Marquez may be on PEDs

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Chris Robinson catches up with respected trainer Jeff Mayweather inside of the Mayweather Boxing Club in Las Vegas, Nevada, as he speaks on his nephew Floyd’s recent sparring sessions for his Sep. 14 bout with Saul Alvarez, while sharing his thoughts on Tim Bradley’s drug-testing issues surrounding the Juan Manuel Marquez fight, his take on Manny Pacquiao vs. Brandon Rios, and more

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