YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul is not backing down from his goal of becoming a world champion, despite suffering his first career loss to Tommy Fury in February. In fact, Paul believes that the defeat has only made him more determined to reach the pinnacle of the sport.
Refusing to Give Up on His Dreams
Speaking about his ambitions, Paul stated, "My realistic ambition is becoming a world champion. And that hasn't changed, I've only gained more conviction around it." The 26-year-old is confident in his progress and the experience he's gaining in the sport, believing that he possesses all the necessary tools to achieve his goal.
Belief in His Abilities
Paul expressed his confidence, saying, "I have all the tools, the punching power, the strength, the cardio, the speed, so really it's just about the thousands and thousands and thousands of repetitions that I need to become a world champion. But I'm sparring against them, working with them in the gym, and that's why I know that I can do it."
A Road to Redemption
Although Paul lost his chance to be ranked by the WBC at cruiserweight after his defeat to Fury, he remains undeterred. While he is unsure about the weight division in which he will pursue a world title, Paul believes that he will achieve his goal before turning 30.
Future Showdown with Nate Diaz
Paul recently turned down a rematch with Tommy Fury to face former UFC star Nate Diaz. The 38-year-old Diaz is a massive pay-per-view draw in the UFC, and Paul sees this matchup as an exciting opportunity to test himself against a prime and active fighter with a big name. Paul is eager to settle their feud and has been wanting to fight Diaz for a long time. According to Paul, the stars have finally aligned for this highly anticipated showdown.
