Former WBA Super Welterweight champion Yuri Foreman answers the questions of Claudia Bocanegra about the recent months that has seen highs of welcoming his new son and lows of losing his world title, the death of his manager and recovery from knee surgery. Foreman will take on Pawel Wolak on March 12th underneath Miguel Cotto and Ricardo Mayorga
1. Since your knee surgery and rehabilitation, do you feel physically ready for your upcoming fight?
Yes, I feel good. My knee seems to work good
2. You will be fighting Polish fighter Pawel Wolak. What are you strategies for this fight?
To dance Polka
3. You and Wolak are friends. Is it difficult to fight someone who you are friendly with?
I’m Professional
4. What do you think his strengths and weakness are?
he throws alot of punches. Putting pressure is his strength
5. Depending on the outcome of this fight, how do you feel about a possible rematch with Miguel Cotto?
I would like that
6. I noticed that you are no longer with trainer Joe Grier. Would you like to talk about why the change?
Joe Grier helped me become world champion. he is a great trainer and I will be forever thankful to him. I had lots of changes in the last few months so I am exploring.
7. You’ve had your knee injury, your 1st loss, and the loss of your friend/manager all that came in a short period of time. How were you able to deal with all of this?
The loss of my manager is very tough. He was very close to me like family. I used to call him “Zeide” which means grandpa in Yiddish. In the same time my son was born which brings me happiness.
Thank you for your time.
