Chat with Bernard Hopkins
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The 43-year-old Hopkins (49-5-1) stunned the boxing world when he pulled off a 12-round unanimous decision victory over the previously undefeated Pavlik (34-1). Pavlik, the middleweight champion, moved up in weight to face Hopkins at 170 pounds.
HBO will re-air the Hopkins-Pavlik fight Saturday on HBO, starting at midnight ET/PT.
In addition to his victory, Hopkins will also chat about the upcoming fight between Joe Calzaghe and Roy Jones Jr. Hopkins lost to Calzaghe in April.
Send in your questions now and then join Hopkins at 1 p.m. ET on Friday!
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Bernard Hopkins (1:09 PM)
Hello to all my fans out there. Thanks for supporting B-Hop! Let's get it in.
Abdullah (San Diego, CA)
What do you think about Kelly's excuses about being sick or not 100% during the fight? Seems like everyone feels flat when they get in the ring with you.
Bernard Hopkins (1:10 PM)
I think its more of a PR damage control but I still respect him.
Dave, Cincinnati
Bernard, after dominating Pavlik and losing a close decision to Calzaghe, how do you think a fight between the two of them would play out?
Bernard Hopkins (1:11 PM)
I don't really know. Pavilk is a bigger puncher than Joe but if Joe fights his style of fight, I think he will come out with a win.
Tim (Pittsburgh,PA)
Bernard, who do you feel has the edge in the Roy Jones/Joe Calzaghe fight?
Bernard Hopkins (1:11 PM)
I think Roy has a slight edge.
Darin (Silver Spring)
Bernard, who do you think is the best pound for pound fighter in the business right now (besides yourself)?
Bernard Hopkins (1:12 PM)
As of Saturday, Me.
Jamar (Charleston, WV)
What's your diet like at this age, because you have a stamina of a 28 year old man? Just try to stay up like you man
Bernard Hopkins (1:14 PM)
I really don't have a diet. I eat organic foods and I treat my body like my favorite car. I just treat my body with love and respect.
Andrew (NYC)
Who is more frugal...you or Scrooge at Christmas?
Bernard Hopkins (1:14 PM)
Me!
Bernard Hopkins (1:15 PM)
I'm not trying to buy anything!
Jericho (Seattle, WA)
How do you prepare mentally right before a fight?
Bernard Hopkins (1:15 PM)
Watch tapes, study, and train hard for my fight.
Chris (Appleton, WI)
Other than Philadelphia, what is your favorite city to fight in?
Bernard Hopkins (1:16 PM)
Atlantic City, NJ
Jim (Tacoma, WA)
Great win Bhop! Would you consider fighting Chad Dawson next or is the money just not there yet?
Bernard Hopkins (1:17 PM)
The money isn't there and won't be anytime soon. I have bigger fish to fry!
Shawn (Syracuse)
When can we expect the Bernard Hopkins autobiography? I want to find out more than what's depicted on tv.
Bernard Hopkins (1:18 PM)
Hopefully really soon. Once the book comes (within a year or two) and hopefully somebody will pick the movie up after t hat.
Ray Ray (Los Angeles)
First of all I give much props to you B-Hop awesome fight! My question is do you think De La Hoya will dominate Paquiao in the same manner you did being the bigger fighter?
Bernard Hopkins (1:19 PM)
I hope so. De La Hoya is a good friend. Oacar is a bigger and better fighter. I'm not saying it will be a knockout but I think Oscar will win.
Earl albany
You are probably the smartest ring tactician ever to grace a boxing ring...will you think about becoming a trainer when you finnaly retire? It seems like training might satisfy that fire you will always have to fight when physically you will not be able to anymore?
Bernard Hopkins (1:21 PM)
No, I think I would be more of an adviser. I spent too much time away from my family already. Being an adviser will give me much more time will the fam.
Ed, Ardmore, PA
Outside yourself, Best Philly fighter right now? All-time?
Bernard Hopkins (1:22 PM)
All-time I would say Bennie Briscoe. And as a heavy weight I would say Joe Frazier.
Tony (Miami, FL)
Is Golden Boy doing anything to get boxing back on national TV?
Bernard Hopkins (1:23 PM)
National TV doesn't want boxing because of what has happened in fights over the years. But hopefully it will get back.
Jamar (Charleston, WV)
Other than boxing, what are your hobbies?
Bernard Hopkins (1:25 PM)
Basketball, football, relaxing around the house, and going to Miami. Over all I just like to relax and enjoy life. I also work a lot on my business. I'm a hustler ina good way.
brendan (philly)
awesome saturday nght bernard. would you ever consider a move to heavy or cruiser weight? i'd like to see you school david haye.
Bernard Hopkins (1:25 PM)
No.
Robbie (Denton, Tx)
What do you consider your finest moment. The KO over Trinidad or your win last Saturday ?
Bernard Hopkins (1:26 PM)
My win last Saturday.
Kyle(Philadelphia)
What do you think about the Phillies?
Bernard Hopkins (1:27 PM)
Long time coming! We're 1-1 so until we win, let's not bring out the cigars.
STEVE (NY)
HOW DID YOU CELEBRATE AFTER YOUR BIG WIN LAST WEEK?
Bernard Hopkins (1:27 PM)
I went upstairs, ordered some seafood, took a bath, and went home to Philly!
Mike (Ohio)
How much trash talk goes on in the ring?
Bernard Hopkins (1:28 PM)
None. All the talking comes from your fist. There is a lot before the fight but not during.
Jamar (Charleston, WV)
Who are your favorite music artists?
Bernard Hopkins (1:29 PM)
The late great Curtis Mayfield. He sung about history, struggle and everything relevant.
brendan (philly)
bernard, best fighters in the world are from ______?
Bernard Hopkins (1:30 PM)
Philly! Philly!
Baumer (NYC)
Pats or Ginos?
Bernard Hopkins (1:31 PM)
I don't eat neither. I haven't eaten that stuff in 20 years.
Jamar (Charleston, WV)
Out of all of your workouts, which is your favorite?
Bernard Hopkins (1:33 PM)
Running, sweating and getting all those impurities out of me.
Bernard Hopkins (1:34 PM)
I hope everybody enjoyed the fight. If you missed it, you can watch it tonight on HBO at 11 p.m. ET. Thanks for all the support!
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