‘He doesn’t need to risk his life and do what he’s doing to make money.’
Cruiserweight champion Lawrence Okolie gave an insight into the work ethic and ambition of Jake Paul as the two trained together in Dubai.
The two were in Dubai ahead of Deji vs Floyd Mayweather at the Coca-Cola Arena.They both shared snaps from their laser tag session with 258 management and Anthony Joshua before they were pictured training together.
Jake Paul is a controversial character within boxing after he chose to go professional after being known predominantly for his Youtube content.
The Problem Child” has clocked up an undefeated boxing record consisting of six wins from six fights. Speaking with JOE as part of his partnership with McDonald’s and BBC Children in Need, Okolie said:
“The main thing I look for when I’m in the ring with someone is mindset. He [Jake Paul] has a great mindset and he works really hard and it’s not a joke to him.
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He was very respectful and he has big ambitions in boxing.
“This is a man that’s made millions inside of boxing and outside of the sport. He doesn’t need to risk his life and do what he’s doing to make money.”
He added: “But with the way he spoke, the way he trained and the way he acted it seems like he’s got bigger aspirations than what we all expect, so I’ve got nothing but respect for that.”
The WBO world champ has spoken on the important role that youth clubs played in his journey and how his partnership with McDonald’s and Children In Need is vital to supporting them.
“The role models that I had around when I was younger weren’t the most positive. We’ve all seen that youth clubs are shutting down.
“The connection between our generation and the generation coming in after us has been severed. And to do this with McDonald’s who have raised £1.2 million with the aim of raising £10 million to help youth clubs is paramount.”
He added: “The first boxing gym I went to was in a youth club. The first time I threw punches I was paying £1 to get in and it changed my life. So whether it’s to become a world champion boxer or a mechanic I feel like there’s so much to come from youth clubs.”
World Champion boxer Lawrence Okolie has teamed up with McDonald’s to support their appeal for this year’s BBC Children in Need which aims to improve the life chances for over one million young people.
To find out more, visit: https://www.mcdonalds.com/gb/en-gb/good-to-know/bbcchildren-in-need.html
