Errol Spence Reveals Training Camp Woes Ahead of Tim Tszyu Bout

In a candid revelation, Errol Spence Jr. attributed his loss to Terence Crawford in July 2023 to a chaotic training camp, describing it as a "messed up situation." Spence, who lost his WBC, IBF, and WBA welterweight titles via a ninth-round stoppage, expressed frustration over inadequate sparring arrangements, stating, "I had no southpaws in there to spar. It was all out of whack."

As he gears up for his upcoming fight against Tim Tszyu on July 25, Spence is training under new coach Ronnie Shields and competing at a catchweight of 158lbs. He emphasized the need for a more structured camp, saying, "I was just feeling weak, depleted. The whole camp – it was just a whole messed up situation." Spence also acknowledged his own shortcomings, admitting he didn't arrive in peak condition.

Despite the setbacks, Spence remains financially secure, revealing he has never touched the principal from his boxing earnings. "I’m just living off the interest and enjoying life while I do it," he stated, highlighting his financial independence as a source of comfort. This stability allows him to return to the ring on his own terms, with the hope of reclaiming his status in the sport.