This weekend features an enticing lineup of boxing matches, reminiscent of the vibrant American sporting culture of the 1950s. Highlights include a controversial title fight for Ryan Garcia following his suspension, Canelo Alvarez competing in Riyadh, and a showdown between Naoya Inoue and Ramon Cardenas. The events take place alongside the Kentucky Derby, reminiscent of bygone eras when horse racing and boxing were both major draws. Veteran commentator Jim Lampley shares insights and fond memories from his long career, enhancing the weekend's nostalgic atmosphere.
"I can remember many times being in Las Vegas for a fight and the casino being filled with people betting on the Kentucky Derby," Jim Lampley recalls, highlighting nostalgia tied to boxing and horse racing.
This weekend's fights evoke a bygone era where boxing events and horse racing shared the limelight in sports sections, reminiscent of old-time American pastimes.
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