People can do more than they ever believe they can do. Physically, mentally, academically. You have to be pushed. It hurts. But it's worth it, and it's a great thing.

I'm not religious, but I believe that what I have is a gift, and I respect it and live up to it.

I want to be great, something special.

Holyfield is nothing but class, and I think he's a breath of fresh air for the sport.

My intention was to fight Durán ASAP because I knew Durán's habits. I knew he would indulge himself, he'd gain 40–50 lbs and then sweat it off to make 147.

Boxing was the only career where I wouldn't have to start out at the bottom. I had a good resume.

When I'm not in training. I'll walk around the streets at 153, but it's not solid; it's my socializing weight.