An Overlooked Trevor Berbick Moment

Following the murder of Trevor Berbick, the media coverage of his career is understandably focused on his win over a washed-up Muhammad Ali and his loss to an up-and-coming Mike Tyson. What has gone completely unmentioned was Berbick’s role in one of the most bizarre moments in boxing history.

It occurred in the street in front of Miami’s Diplomat Hotel in April 1991. Larry Holmes was answering questions at a press conference following his first-round KO of Tim “Doc” Anderson. With Berbick in the audience, Holmes was asked if he would fight Berbick as part of his comeback campaign. Holmes replied that – having already defeated Berbick ten years earlier – he did not consider him a suitable opponent, adding “I do not like him or respect him."

After Holmes left the press conference, an angry – and rambling - Berbick blamed Holmes for using “Jenny from Jacksonville” to sabotage Berbick’s marriage. Shortly thereafter, Holmes confronted Berbick in front of the hotel and punches were exchanged ... but that wasn’t the end of it.

After police separated the two ex-champs, Berbick was explaining what had happened when Holmes – wearing a jogging suit – came charging over a car and dropped Berbick with an awkward, feet-first flying leap. The two ex-champs scuffled briefly before police again separated them. No arrests were made … and Holmes-Berbick II never materialized.

It was not a proud moment for either Holmes or Berbick. However, if you’ve never seen it before - or even if you have – you need to watch this video …

CLICK HERE TO SEE VIDEO OF LARRY HOLMES ATTACKING TREVOR BERBICK

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