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Serena Williams Causes Stir With Complaint About Hotel’s Cotton Plant Decoration

Serena Williams courted curiosity after calling out what appears to be a hotel for its cotton plant decoration.

In an Instagram story she shared Thursday, the camera approaches the arrangement as Williams says, “All right, everyone, how do we feel about cotton as a decoration? Personally for me, it doesn’t feel great.”

In another story, she holds a piece of the cotton in her gloved hand. “So actually it feels like nail polish remover cotton,” she says, wiping her nails before making a cringing gesture.

Serena Williams calls out New York hotel for cotton plant décor in corridor — all while wearing a blonde wig pic.twitter.com/ooppLvckny

— Catch Up (@CatchUpFeed) September 26, 2025

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Multiple outlets covered the post as some of the obvious questions remained unanswered by the 23-time Grand Slam singles champion herself: Was she merely criticizing a design aesthetic or suggesting the cotton plant carried historical implications of racism?

HuffPost is attempting to reach her through multiple channels for comment.

Meanwhile, the internet is abuzz.

BOXING

Floyd Mayweather accused of Tank Davis ‘him or me’ ultimatum

The root cause of the spectacular collapse of the alliance between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Gervonta “Tank” Davis is a vicious power struggle that forced their former advisor, Leonard Ellerbe, to take sides, leading to a personal and professional schism that destroyed a 40-year relationship.

Ellerbe, the long-time CEO of Mayweather Promotions, has finally revealed the full emotional toll of the feud, detailing how the “tug of war” over Davis compelled Mayweather to issue a non-negotiable ultimatum: “Tank or Me.”

Floyd’s Ultimatum: The 40-Year Loyalty Breakdown
The actual cause of the split was not just business, but a deeply personal clash of loyalties that centered on Ellerbe’s role as a trusted mentor to both men. When Davis’s star began to eclipse the need for his promoter, the internal pressure became unbearable.

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Ellerbe, who has advised Mayweather since the late 1990s, recounted the heartbreaking ultimatum that ended their professional and personal relationship. The advisor confirmed that Mayweather made him choose between his biggest star and his most significant project.

“This boxing s**t is deep and real,” Ellerbe stated. “Two people I know and have been knowing for 40 years that f**k with him got mad because Tank is my guy and will be forever. They said to pick a side. I said f**k you, we haven’t spoken since.”

This explosive quote confirms that Ellerbe chose his ongoing advisory role with the undisputed star, Gervonta Davis, over maintaining his four-decade alliance with the boxing legend. Ellerbe’s decision led directly to his departure as CEO of Mayweather Promotions, underscoring the severity of Mayweather’s command: If you’re with Tank, you’re against me.

The Rise and Rupture: Mayweather-Davis Relationship Timeline
The relationship between Mayweather and Davis began in 2015 when the Baltimore prodigy signed a promotional deal with Mayweather Promotions. “Tank” often credited Mayweather as a mentor who taught him not just the ropes of the ring, but the business of the world.

2017 Breakthrough: Davis exploded onto the world scene, winning the IBF super-featherweight title. Mayweather enthusiastically branded Davis as the future of boxing.

Growing Tensions (2019-2022): Despite success, tensions began to surface. Davis hinted at frustration over inactivity and feeling undervalued by the promotion. Mayweather, known for meticulous control, reportedly felt Ellerbe was granting Davis too much autonomy. Rumors of issues between Davis and members of the Mayweather family further exacerbated the growing rift.

The Final Move (2022): Following his victory over Rolando Romero in May 2022, Davis formally announced his departure from Mayweather Promotions, declaring the end of his contract. This move led to Davis taking control of his own promotional destiny, elevating Ellerbe’s advisory role and creating the direct conflict of interest that ultimately fractured the Mayweather-Ellerbe partnership.

The New Power Base: Ellerbe and Tank Go Independent
Ellerbe’s dramatic exit and his blunt confirmation of the ultimatum shed light on the intense power dynamics within the sport. While Mayweather quickly replaced Ellerbe as CEO, the personal loss is immense, particularly for Ellerbe.

The advisor’s decision confirms that his loyalty now rests firmly with “Tank,” signaling a new chapter in the boxing business, where Gervonta Davis is officially operating as his own power base, backed by the experience and conviction of the man who once steered the Mayweather Promotions ship.

With Davis going it alone with his exhibition fight against Jake Paul and subsequent retirement from boxing, Ellerbe faces an uncertain future.

BOXING

Canelo Alvarez set for surgery after Terence Crawford loss as return date is revealed

Two-time undisputed champion Canelo Alvarez will be sidelined for at least two months after undergoing elbow surgery.

The Mexican superstar lost his four belts at super-middleweight earlier this month in a super-fight defeat by Terence Crawford, the new undisputed champion at 168lb.

First reported by The Ring, the 35-year-old is expected to return to full training in 12 to 15 weeks’ time, with his next fight likely to take place in the second or third quarter of 2026.

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That would potentially scupper boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh’s plans.

Alvarez is halfway through a four-fight deal with Riyadh Season, having previously reunified the super-middleweight division with a victory over William Scull in May before losing to Crawford in September.

Alalshikh had hoped Canelo would return to the ring in February of next year, but it seems unlikely that the four-division champion will be fully fit in time.

Instead, The Ring reports that Alalshikh is looking for new headliners for his planned card in Saudi Arabia, with light heavyweight David Benavidez and welterweight Devin Haney eyed up for co-main bouts.

Fighting in February would have marked a departure from Canelo’s usual schedule, with the fighter often staging bouts around Cinco de Mayo weekend in May, and Mexican Independence Day in September.

Canelo has followed that pattern of two fights every 12 months for the past four years. It is the third time that Alvarez has opted for surgery during the course of his 20-year professional career. He previously took time out of the ring to have surgery on his right knee in 2018, with another break for an operation on his left wrist in 2022.

Defeat by Crawford was just the third of Canelo’s 68-fight long career. His record now stands at 63 wins, three losses, and three draws, with 39 of his victories coming by way of stoppage.

In the aftermath of his recent loss, Alvarez insisted that he has no plans to retire any time soon. Since losing his champion status, Canelo has been installed as the number one super middleweight contender by the WBC, WBA, and WBO. The IBF are yet to update their rankings for September.

BOXING

Police release details after Terence Crawford is held at gunpoint

Details on the reason for the recent traffic stop for boxing champion Terence ‘Bud’ Crawford have been released.

Crawford, who recently defeated Canelo Alvarez to become the undisputed super middleweight world champion, was pulled over in his native Omaha, Nebraska over the weekend.

While initial details on his arrest were not made public, TMZ revealed that he was pulled over for traveling at a high rate of speed.

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Documents obtained by the outlet say he sped past a cop in his blue Lucid four-door sedan just before 1:30am on Sunday. The rate of speed was not listed on his citation, but his offense has been noted as ‘reckless driving’.

After he was pulled over, Crawford and the passengers in his vehicle were ordered to get out of the car after a firearm was allegedly seen on the floorboard on the driver’s side.

Police drew their weapons and opened Crawford’s door. The boxer came out of the vehicle with his hands raised and he was later placed in handcuffs.

Crawford was then released with a citation and was not arrested by police.

Video of the interaction – including the police drawing their weapons and cuffing Crawford – went viral after the incident.

After the video spread, Omaha mayor John Ewing and police chief Todd Schmaderer announced they were going to conduct an internal affairs investigation into the matter.

‘We will gather all the facts and be transparent with the public about our findings,’ Ewing said in a statement.

‘Understand that my heart dropped in learning of this end to an otherwise wonderful day and evening celebrating our city’s world boxing champion.’

‘We held a great parade and great event at Heartland of America park. The evening birthday party at Steelhouse, which I and members of my team attended, was a showing of joy and pride.

‘Omaha needs to remember this important day as a good one while we seek answers to how it ended.’

‘Meanwhile, we must ensure that every resident, no matter who they are, feels safe and respected in Omaha.’

Crawford, who is set to appear in court on December 2, has not publicly addressed the situation.

CELEB NEWS

Roger Federer reveals excruciating details behind injury that forced him to quit tennis

Roger Federer has revealed details behind the agonising decision he was forced to make over ending his tennis career, with details of the long-running battle he had with knee and back problems highlighting the scale of the challenges he was facing.

Appearing on the Served podcast with his old rival Andy Roddick, the Swiss maestro opened up on the extent of his physical issues like never before, as it was revealed he was using crutches to get around when his knee problem became chronic a year before his retirement.

“I know that your knee went bad, worse, really bad,” said Roddick. “When I saw you in Boston on 2021, the year before you retired, you were hiding your crutches to take photos. Your knee was terrible.”

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Federer responded with a chuckle, as he said: “Those crutches do not need to be in the pictures!”

Famously, Federer never retired from a match in a career that saw him win 20 Grand Slam titles and he revealed he was hiding the extent of his knee problems in the final phases of his career, as he reflected that his great rival Rafael Nadal took a different approach.

“I was always famous for never being injured,” continued Federer. “I dealt with some back issues, hand stuff, foot things, but never to the extent like it was with the knee at the end.

“It’s only once you’ve had surgery or you are out for a period of time that you are appreciative of how good you used to feel. All of sudden, you are thinking everything through in every moment of the match.

“I didn’t want my opponent or the press to know about my injuries. To protect myself and then on the other side, Rafa was so honest about his issues and I was asking… why is he saying all of that? Me, I can’t get out of the chair with my bad back and everyone thinks I’m perfect.

“I was tricky navigating the media, as I was at 80 per cent and they judged me at 100 per-cent. Look, I had an amazing career with a good and body, but it all came together in the end with the knee.”

Federer went on to reflect on his final match at the 2022 Laver Cup, as he played doubles alongside Nadal before an emotional on-court farewell.

“I felt relief in many ways, because the uncertainty was over,” he said.

“You live with this hope that maybe, just maybe, your body will cooperate again. But once I accepted it, the ending was beautiful.

“Sharing that with Rafa was not planned years in advance; it just happened that way. And I think that made it even more authentic.

“It felt like a perfect ending, considering all the history, all the times I played against Rafa, that he could be next to me,” he told Andy Roddick during a live edition of Served at the Laver Cup.

“When I realised I wasn’t coming back, it was emotional but also peaceful.

“I could share that moment with my team, my rivals, my family, and the fans.”

CELEB NEWS

Jack Nicklaus makes bold Tiger Woods prediction and aims dig at Phil Mickelson

Jack Nicklaus has predicted that Tiger Woods will “dominate” the Senior Tour if the 15-time major champion chooses to play when eligible.

Woods turns 50 later this year and will become eligible for the series now known as the PGA Tour Champions. His playing future is uncertain after a torn achilles ended his spring, forcing him to miss the Masters at Augusta.

Woods has played sparingly in recent years while battling significant injury issues, though remains eligible for many top events on the PGA Tour.

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It may be that the 82-time winner does not wish to play in the age-group tour, which has 28 events on its 2025 calendar.

But Nicklaus believes that Woods, who is three short of his record tally of major titles, will compete.

“I think Tiger will get well and Tiger will be back and play,” Nicklaus said after opening the Masters alongside Gary Player and Tom Watson.

“I believe he’ll probably play the senior tour and I believe he’ll probably dominate the senior tour. Tiger is too much of a competitor to not play. I don’t believe he will not play. I believe he will play.

“I don’t think Tiger will play for money. He doesn’t need money. Tiger will play for competition. He loves competition, and he’s very good at it, obviously.”

Nicklaus’s record, once thought likely to fall when Woods was in his pomp, appears safe, with Woods no longer regularly competitive in the majors.

Among currently active golfers, Phil Mickelson has the second-best major title tally, with six, though the left-hander has missed the cut at four of his last six majors after joining LIV Golf.

Nicklaus appeared to take a shot at the Saudi-backed breakaway series when he questioned the level at which Mickelson is playing.

“I don’t know what level Phil is competing at,” said Nicklaus. “I guess he’s still playing. He’s playing the LIV Tour, is he? I don’t know if he’s playing or not. I don’t know, you never see that any more.”

BOXING

‘He deserves it’ – Terence Crawford told the one fight he needs to t

‘He deserves it’ – Terence Crawford told the one fight he needs to take before boxing retirement

Roy Jones Jr has urged Terence Crawford to give unbeaten MMA star Ilia Topuria a chance inside the squared circle.

Crawford’s last outing saw him claim the undisputed super middleweight crown from Canelo Alvarez in the ‘fight of the century’.

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As ‘Bud’ became the first male three-weight undisputed champion in the four-belt era, he also extended his unbeaten record to 42-0.

Attention immediately turned to what Crawford would do next, as the 37-year-old was anticipated to be retiring after his super-fight with Canelo.

Although, he has since hinted at the possibility of dropping down to into the 160lbs division.

While Crawford’s next move is unknown, UFC lightweight champion Topuria is chasing a sensational a crossover bout with Crawford.

In an interview with Titan Play, legendary boxer Jones Jr has revealed that he thinks Crawford should give the 28-year-old a chance if he opts to remain active.

The four-weight world champion said: “I think he will retire.

“If he retires next, it’d be the best thing.

“Had I retired after I beat Antonio Tarver the first time, we wouldn’t be having conversations about the greatest of all time. And we still shouldn’t, because facts are facts.

“But if Crawford does anything more, that’s what he should do [fight Ilia Topuria].

“He deserves the reward at this time.

“Look how long he waited before he got the attention he has now. He deserves one more of those. If anything, that’s what he should do.”

Is Terence Crawford likely to fight Ilia Topuria?

At the start of the month, Topuria made the bold statement that he would put Crawford ‘to sleep in the first contact’ if they were to meet in the boxing ring.

The American responded to the knockout claim from the UFC champ with some choice words, saying he must be ‘drunk’ to believe he could beat him.

Since then, the pair have been embroiled in a verbal back-and-forth.

Although should a formal offer to fight materialise, it seems that a bout between the two champs is unlikely to get over the line.

Crawford appeared to reiterate that he has no intention of facing off with him, and simultaneously left himself open to other offers.

BOXING

Why Gervonta Davis Declares Boxing Dead, Dumps Fans for YouT

Gervonta Davis Declares Boxing Dead, Dumps Fans for YouTuber Paydays

Once hailed as one of boxing’s brightest stars, Gervonta “Tank” Davis has made a shocking declaration: boxing is dead. In a candid statement, Davis told fans, using the exact phrasing that sent shockwaves through the community:

“Boxing definitely did a turn, it went from this side to that side, and this s*** has no loyalty, so why would I care? I move accordingly, boxing is dead.”

The words are blunt, but the action speaks louder. After years of climbing the ranks, thrilling fight fans, and cementing his reputation as a feared and respected champion, Davis is now pivoting away from the sport that made him. His next bout will be an exhibition against the “YouTuber” Jake Paul on Netflix, a move that signals a complete shift in priorities from legacy to entertainment.

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From Champion to Casual Spectacle
Davis’ pivot is more than a single fight; it is a statement about his relationship with professional boxing. The sport that once tested him against elite competition, demanded discipline, and rewarded hard-earned victories is now, in his eyes, expendable. By choosing exhibitions over traditional bouts, he is trading the loyalty of hardcore fans for a broader audience and quicker paydays.

Hardcore supporters who followed his career from the early belts to the top of the pound-for-pound lists are being left behind. Tank’s shift to a casual and YouTube audience risks alienating the very fan base that cheered every punch, celebrated every championship, and helped elevate him to stardom.

The Fallout Among Fans
If Davis ever attempts a return to serious professional boxing, he will face a skeptical and angry community. The sport’s core supporters do not forget. They remember the fighter who had the skill, the power, and the opportunity to define a generation — and now they see him trading that promise for entertainment money.

Boxing thrives on heart, ambition, and respect for the sport. By openly stating that boxing is dead, Davis has signaled that those values no longer guide his career. The man who once sought the most formidable opponents is now chasing exposure, clicks, and Netflix hype. The very essence of professional competition is secondary to personal gain.

A Legacy at Risk
At just 30 years old, Davis is still in his prime. Yet this pivot raises complex questions about his legacy. Talent alone will not protect him from the scrutiny of fans and the sport’s insiders. Once a symbol of modern boxing excellence, Davis now risks being remembered more for his willingness to abandon the sport than for his titles or victories.

The sport has lost a champion who could have continued to elevate boxing, but the business of boxing may have lost him entirely. By chasing casual audiences over competitive legitimacy, Davis has drawn a line between himself and the sport’s core. For some, this is the moment the star truly fell from the heights he once occupied.

Boxing may survive, but for Gervonta Davis, his reputation, credibility, and connection with the fans who built him have all been put on pause — and the world is watching to see if, or when, he will return to the sport that made him a star.

BOXING

Canelo Alvarez got hit so hard during a fight that he felt he had no

Canelo Alvarez got hit so hard during a fight that he felt he had no choice but to go for the KO

Canelo Alvarez went for the stoppage after realizing he was struggling with his opponent’s power.

In his most recent bout, the Mexican lost his undisputed super middleweight world titles to Terence Crawford.

Despite his best efforts, there was nothing the superstar could do to handle ‘Bud’. Following the bout, Chris Algieri slammed Canelo’s performance.

However, while he was never able to make a dent in Crawford, there have been plenty of fighters who’ve found themselves in a state of disarray after tasting the legend’s power.

Canelo Alvarez says he had to knock out James Kirkland

On May 9, 2015, Canelo Alvarez ruthlessly stopped James Kirkland with a savage right hand in the third round at Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas, USA.

However, the only reason he was so aggressively looking for the finish was because of how much his opponent was hurting him.

In an interview with Millionz of Dollaz Worth of Game, from 2024, when asked about the heaviest hitters he’s faced, Canelo said: “Everybody will say Gennadiy Golovkin [was the hardest puncher,] but I never felt that bad [power] like [James] Kirkland.

“He hit me on the arms, and it felt like rocks. I said ‘I need to finish this guy right now because he is going to beat me around the ring for the whole fight’.”

BOXING

Canelo Alvarez to headline Wembley Stadium against British fan-favorite

By Admin September 26, 2025

Last time out, Canelo Alvarez dared to be great as he often has done throughout his career, but fell short of his lofty expectations.

The Mexican icon has nothing left to prove in the ring, boasting one of the better careers of his generation. With his 36th birthday on the horizon, Alvarez is approaching the tail end of his career, though his name is still being linked with big spectacle matchups.

Despite failing to get his hand raised, Canelo Alvarez made history alongside Terence Crawford when they met on September 13. The pair combined for record-breaking viewership, with 41 million viewers tuning in worldwide to witness such a historic event.

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Alongside their viewership numbers, Canelo vs. Crawford had a live attendance of over 70,000 people at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Constantly striving for greatness, Alvarez could blow that 70,000 live spectators out of the water should his rumored next outing go ahead.

According to reports, Canelo Alvarez is in line to welcome a second-generation boxer and former world champion to the ring.

Should the result go in his favor for a second consecutive time when he collides with Conor Benn in November, Chris Eubank Jr. could find himself standing between the ropes with a true legend of boxing.

While Eubank Jr. has a tough bout ahead of him, his promoter has confirmed that he will attempt to lure Canelo Alvarez to the United Kingdom to face off with his athlete.

Wembley Stadium in London, England, would be an ideal venue for the two to lock horns. The fight has been slated for 2026, though all plans must fall in place for this to happen.

Though he has never competed in the UK, Alvarez has an established history with fighters hailing from the country, and will be hoping that form continues against Eubank Jr.