Terence Crawford gave Canelo Alvarez his belts back as a gesture of respect and sportsmanship. Although Crawford won the fight and became the undisputed super middleweight champion, he returned the physical belts to Canelo during the post-fight press conference. This act follows an unwritten tradition in boxing where new champions allow the former champions to hold their belts one last time to honor their career and reign. Crawford is expected to receive his own set of official championship belts later, so the gesture was symbolic, showing respect for Canelo's legacy and acknowledging him as a great fighter and colleague outside the ring.
In summary:
- Crawford dominated and won the belts from Canelo.
- He gave the belts back at the press conference to honor Canelo's achievements.
- This was a show of respect, indicating rivalry in the ring but respect outside it.
- Crawford will get his own official belts soon.
This gesture is widely seen as classy and a reflection of high sportsmanship in boxing.
