Floyd Mayweather stepped into a special form of ring Saturday evening, accepting the World Champion for Israel Award from the Republican Jewish Coalition at their Annual Leadership Summit in Las Vegas.

The undefeated boxing legend was acknowledged for his “big heart” and “generous support for the people of Israel during the war in Gaza.”

“I’m not with you guys 10%, 50%. I will always be the voice for the people in Israel. I will always stand behind the country of Israel, the one and only Floyd Money Mayweather in Israel. I will always be here for you guys when you guys don’t have a voice,” Floyd Mayweather said during his speech.

The 48-year-old champion has made a number of visits to Israel for the reason that October 7, 2023, Hamas terrorist assaults that killed roughly 1,200 individuals and resulted in additional than 250 kidnappings.

During these journeys, Floyd Mayweather has supplied assist to United Hatzalah, wounded IDF troopers and Israeli kids orphaned by the conflict.

The boxing icon has been vocal about his dedication and he gave the impression to be conscious he could be dealing with some backlash after accepting his award from the Republican Jewish Coalition.

“I’m going to stand strong, and no matter what I go through, no matter how much backlash I get, I live my life for me,” Floyd Mayweather stated. “Any time its any war, I’m on your side, count me in.”

The Republican Jewish Coalition praised Mayweather’s efforts of their announcement, noting he has “given his time, energy and resources to help Israelis in their greatest time of need.”

The group emphasised that “Mayweather’s support has immeasurably helped United Hatzalah, wounded IDF soldiers and Israeli children orphaned by the war.”

During his visits to Israel, Mayweather met with Israeli troopers at Tel Aviv’s Hilton Beach, providing encouragement and taking photographs with them. “These are young fighters,” he stated. “I was a young fighter. I know how it is.”

The RJC additionally acknowledged Mayweather for talking out towards antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment within the United States.

“He has spoken out against antisemitism and anti-Israel hate here at home as well. He is a champion for Israel and the Jewish people,” the coalition acknowledged.

Mayweather informed Israel Hayom earlier this yr, “I don’t remember anymore how many times I’ve been in Israel, but it’s probably a lot. It’s a beautiful place, with wonderful people. I’ve always had Israeli friends, and I will continue coming here until my dying day.”

The Las Vegas summit featured distinguished conservative voices, together with House Speaker Mike Johnson, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Senator Lindsey Graham and Arkansas Governor Sarah Sanders. Israeli Ambassador Danny Danon additionally participated within the occasion.

Mayweather, who retired with an ideal 50-0 file, has additionally been politically outspoken, beforehand expressing sturdy assist for President Donald Trump, calling him “a great president” and “a great businessman.”

As he predicted, the boxer was met with intense criticism on social media.

“I can only imagine the kind of debt Floyd mayweather got to be in to be doing this s###,” one person stated, whereas one other wrote: “Netanyahu don’t give a damn about your black a$$ Floyd Mayweather. So sick and tired of some of these conforming black celebrities like him.”

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