As the United States of America and the world continue to react to the shocking racist murder of Floyd George by a police officer many in the sport of boxing, fighters and promoters alike, have been adding their voices to what is now one of the biggest world stories this year.
Former WBC heavyweight champion and Alabama native Deontay Wilder has put together a powerful poem on his social media channels.
It has gained huge traction so far online since its post:
Fair play.
Indeed, the post has evoked a significant amount of sentiment thus far from fight fans.
Largely all saying the same thing in terms of respect and signing his praises:
Ultimately God is in control.
At this time Wilder is expected to fight for his WBC heavyweight title that he lost to Tyson Fury in a third fight with the champion later this year.
No date or venue has been confirmed as of yet but it is expected to happen before the year is out as per contractual obligations.
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