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Brewster speaks on Loss to Wladimir Klitschko
THU July 12 - "Relentless" Lamon Brewster, 33-4 (29 KO), is currently at home in Indiana resting up following his unsuccessful attempt to repeat his knockout ways over IBF Heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko. For the first time, he speaks on trainer Buddy McGirt's decision to stop the fight in the sixth round and his future plans.
"I didn't think that being off for 15 months would affect me," says Brewster. "The first time I fought him, I was off for 13 months. The difference is that last time I was in the gym training. Coming off of the eye injury, it was difficult because I couldn't train. I was rusty, even though I had a good training camp."
Of the decision to stop the fight, Brewster says, "I did the best I could. I realized that it's better to live to fight another day. Buddy made the decision to stop the fight. I was saddened by it, but what could I do?"
Even while fighting in his opponent's hometown, Brewster didn't feel he'd be at too big a disadvantage. There were some quirks here and there, however. "The fans were cool with me up until the fight. I expected to hear some boos from the Klitschko fans in Germany. The worst thing was when the fans were throwing trash at me as I was leaving. That was uncalled for."
Brewster suffered a much-publicized eye injury during his previous bout with Sergei Lyakhovich, a detached retina that required three surgeries to repair. The injury didn't play a significant role in the fight.
"I didn't feel bothered by it. Naturally I thought about it when I was getting hit with the jabs. I didn't want to mess around and re-injure the eye."
Lamon didn't note any improvements in Wladimir's skill level, but does feel that "he fought a better strategy" this time around.
Ever the sportsman, Lamon gives all the credit to Wladimir Klitschko for his victorious performance. "I rank him number one in the division. Until I can prove once again that I'm number one, he is the top heavyweight."
"I think Klitschko should get the recognition he deserves. After the first time we fought, everyone was saying that he was a bum. He's not a bum, I was just the better man that night. People say he had a weak chin because he got knocked out by Corrie Sanders, but Sanders is a big puncher."
Lamon plans to return to the ring in three months for a tune-up bout to shake off the ring rust, followed by one more fight. After that, he wants a rubber match to settle the score with Wladimir. "This time next year, since we're tied 1-1, let's do this again to settle the score."
In a third fight, Brewster says he'd apply more pressure to force Klitschko to fight more than he did Saturday night.
To the detractors, Brewster implores them to stay tuned.
"Keep watching. You can think I'm washed up if you want to. Look at Wladimir, what did they say about him when he got stopped? It doesn't mean I'm washed up. It was his night, God Bless him. But I'll see you again."
As for his fans and supporters, Brewster assures the best is yet to come.
"I would like to apologize to anyone who had faith in me and supported me. I was mentally and spiritually ready for this fight. I can understand if you're mad at me, but give me a chance to prove myself again. I will be back with a vengeance."
'Showtime Championship Boxing' Video Game on Nintendo Wii
THU July 12 - Showtime Networks Inc . has announced that it has licensed Destination Software, Inc . to create video games based on the popular Showtime Championship Boxing series. The games will be released in late Fall 2007 on both the Nintendo DS™ and Wii™ platforms.
"The Showtime Championship Boxing series, as the flagship sports programming on the network, has delivered the best boxing on television for more than 20 years,” said Ken Hershman, senior vice president and general manager, Showtime Sports. "We are excited to bring the excitement of our Showtime Championship Boxing franchise to the video game marketplace."
“We’re thrilled to bring this title out on such interactive platforms as the Wii™ and DS™ as this will be a very exciting title for physical gaming,” said Steve Newton, DSI’s Executive Vice President. “Engaging video games that get the player out of their seat are the future of gaming, and we’re proud to work with a license that so embodies that concept.”
The video games, entitled “Showtime Championship Boxing,” will take full advantage of both platforms’ interactive features. The boxers will be controlled through a touch-pad and stylus in the Nintendo DS™ game, while the users’ body movements will control the boxers in the Nintendo Wii™ version. Both games will feature 14 boxers fighting it out in four different fight locations— Chicago , New York , Los Angeles , and Las Vegas . Boxers can block, dodge, punch, and throw combos in three different modes. The Title Belt fight mode will take the player through multiple rounds and opponents in a quest to become champion of the world. Players can also take advantage of wireless capabilities when fighting head-to-head with a friend.
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