The one-time cotton picker was now the heavyweight champion of the world.

I don't even like money. It just quiets my nerves.

Once that bell rings you're on your own. It's just you and the other guy.

It hurt to even bump into him.

I don't like money very much, but it calms my nerves.

I hope they're still making women like my momma. She always told me to do the right thing. She always told me to have pride in myself; she said a good name is better than money.

Let me tell you, that was a thrill. Now, even more, I knew I had to get Schmeling good.