Finding His Sweet Spot
With a fresh focus on the finer points, Marcos Maidana believes he's ready to be a factor in the welterweight title picture. Next on his wish list: a Paulie Malignaggi fight. Carlos Irusta » Champs »
Josh Hedges/Getty ImagesWith a fresh focus on the finer points, Marcos Maidana believes he's ready to be a factor in the welterweight title picture. Next on his wish list: a Paulie Malignaggi fight. Carlos Irusta » Champs »
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