OSCAR DE LA HOYA hailed Jake Paul "the real deal" as he claimed he is "on the way" to becoming WORLD CHAMPION.
American legend Paul has always been a fan of his work in the ring, and believes that he is the best boxer.
De La Hoya (49), told TMZ Sports that Jake Paul is the real deal.
Jake Paul is the real deal with only four to five fights and the seriousness with which he takes it seriously.
"And I challenge anyone with boxing or MMA experience to call him out. I'll tell ya one thing: this guy can beat a lot good champions, and maybe even great champions.
Jake Paul takes it seriously. This isn't a one-off or a two-off.
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He wants to be a world champion. There's no other way to do that than to fight the best.
Paul defeated all four of his competitors, YouTuber AnEsonGib, ex-NBA star Nate Robinson (37), and former UFC duo Ben Askren (37) and Tyron Woodley (40).
However, after Tommy Fury (22), pulled out of their December grudge bout, the American has yet to face a recognized boxer.
De La Hoya, however, has supported Paul to continue his journey in the sport.
SIGN UP DEALS AND FREE BETS - THE BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERINGSHe stated, "He's on the way to becoming contender, and he's also on his path to becoming world contender and then world champion, if it continues."
"Look at all the social media stuff. Everyone wants to be him. Think about it. Everybody wants followers.
"What's wrong? He has 19-plus millions followers. There's nothing wrong. It's a great sport.
"Enough with all that BS. Let him be. He's doing the right things, he is great at boxing, and I hope he becomes world champion.
