Ibragimov-Holyfield

World Heavyweight Championship

Oct 13 on PPV

 Notes from the Underground
 

A few days ago Sultan visited Red Square wearing a USA track suit.  Moments after entering he was confronted by Kremlin workers lugging bags of Russian clothing gear who insisted that he change into their nation’s colors . . . I guess none of them noticed the ticket checker at the Kremlin entrance who was wearing a New England Patriots baseball cap . . .

Moscow traffic makes the LA Freeway at rush hour look like the Indy 500.  There are between 10-12 million Muscovites—and 4 million cars.  Drivers park everywhere and anywhere, including on the sidewalk.  One individual parked in the right lane of a three-lane highway. . . . Amazingly enough horn blowing is rarely heard . . .

On Tuesday Holyfield visited the U.S. embassy and presented the U.S. ambassador with an “Evander Holyfield Grill”.  The grill is perfect for tailgating while sitting in Moscow traffic . . . 

Overheard during a travel venture along Moscow’s main avenue:  “The concept of staying in your lane is yet to arrive over here” . . .

Think you have problems with your boss?  St. Basil’s Cathedral, a truly stunning architectural masterpiece, was commissioned by Ivan the Terrible in the mid-1500s.  Upon its completion legend says that Ivan blinded the architect, Postnik Yakovlev, to prevent him from creating something more beautiful . . .

Decorated Russian General Yuri Kulik is a huge Evander Holyfield fan.  He was among the welcoming party at the Moscow airport when Holyfield arrived on Sunday, and he has offered to take the four-time heavyweight champion on a scenic tour of the city via the Moscow River on his personal boat  . . .  cow media at the final press conf on Wednesday:  “Evander, how is your ear?”

Most omnipresent corporate logo in the city:  McDonald’s

At an open-to-the-public workout on Monday, Holyfield was presented with a personalized jersey with his name written across the back: Holifield . . .  Oh well, it’s the thought that counts, isn’t it?

Moscow is a beautiful city and the people have treated the Holyfield camp like royalty.  It has been a wonderful experience for all involved.  Next stop:  Fight Night . . .