{
  "id": 13132053,
  "title": "‘The way he locks in is remarkable’: Oscar De La Hoya praises Floyd Schofield ahead of weekend title fight",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/the-way-he-locks-in-is-remarkable-oscar-de-la-hoya-praises-floyd",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-09T14:14:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/way-locks-remarkable-oscar-la-141435132.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Oscar De La Hoya, Golden Boy promoter, shares insights on his fighters' preparations for upcoming title fights in a Fight Hub TV interview. When discussing Floyd 'Kid Austin' Schofield's upcoming first title shot, De La Hoya praises the fighter's laser focus and professionalism, stating that he has never seen anything like Schofield's preparation method. The champion believes Schofield has put in the work, run the miles, and is ready for the challenge, with no excuses left. De La Hoya is open to matching Schofield against either Abdullah Mason or William Zepeda, depending on which fight would generate the most excitement. As for Zepeda's return, the promoter anticipates a homecoming for the Mexican World title contender in Mexico's first quarter of next year. Zurdo Ramirez's future remains uncertain, though De La Hoya hints that a potential heavyweight move may be on the horizon. Lastly, the promoter addresses Dana White's comments regarding the planned fight between Garcia and Benn, dismissing them as baseless claims of embarrassment.",
  "summary": "Oscar De La Hoya expects a great performance out of Floyd Schofield this weekend.",
  "key_points": [
    "Oscar De La Hoya praises Floyd Schofield's remarkable preparation method.",
    "Schofield set to make first title shot against either Abdullah Mason or William Zepeda.",
    "Zepeda's Mexico return anticipated in first quarter of next year."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}