Mike Tyson explains slap at Jake Paul during weigh-in incident

Mike Tyson clarified his recent slap of Jake Paul during their weigh-in on November 14, 2024. Tyson stated that Paul stepped on his toe, causing him pain, which led to the slap. He suggested it might have been intentional. Tyson's representative added that Paul had been provoking Tyson throughout their interactions. The weigh-in incident has generated significant online attention ahead of their boxing match. Despite the altercation, Tyson described Paul as a "friend" and emphasized that he intends to compete seriously in the ring. He noted that while the fight is on, his goal is to hurt Paul.