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HAYEMAKER OF A GAFFE: DAVID 'THE HAYEMAKER' STUMBLES OUTSIDE THE RING!
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HAYEMAKER OF A GAFFE: DAVID 'THE HAYEMAKER' STUMBLES OUTSIDE THE RING!

April 13, 2026|about 2 hours ago| 2 min read|Source: The Mirror (via British Boxers)| 0 comments

Former world champion David Haye has landed himself in hot water following controversial comments made during his appearance on 'I'm A Celebrity', sparking accusations of sexism. The Mirror reports 'The Hayemaker's' remarks about 'ugly girls' have caused a stir, reminding us that even boxing legends need to watch their words outside the ring.

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Well, well, well. David Haye, a man who once unified the cruiserweight division and held a piece of the heavyweight crown, has found himself in a proper tangle, and not with a pair of 10oz gloves. The Mirror reports 'The Hayemaker' has sparked a bit of a kerfuffle with comments made during his stint on 'I'm A Celebrity', drawing accusations of sexism. It seems even a former world champion can land a verbal haymaker in the wrong direction.

Haye, a fighter known for his explosive power and equally explosive personality, has always been a character. From his pre-fight antics to his post-fight pronouncements, he’s rarely been one to shy away from a bit of controversy. But this latest episode, where he reportedly made remarks about 'ugly girls' in the jungle camp, has left a sour taste for many. It's a reminder that the sweet science demands discipline, not just in the ring, but sometimes outside of it too. You can have the fastest hands and the hardest punch, but a loose tongue can still land you in hot water.

British boxing has seen its share of colourful characters, from Naseem Hamed's entrances to Chris Eubank's pronouncements. They add spice to the game. But there's a line, isn't there? Haye's a legend, no doubt, but even legends need to watch their step. This isn't about fight strategy or a knockout blow; it's about basic respect. Let's hope 'The Hayemaker' learns from this one and focuses on the legacy he built with his fists, not his mouth.

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