No disrespect, but I don't make decisions based on opinions.
A lot of boxers have too much on their plate.
This is called prizefighting for a reason.
I spar in the gym, and I take pride in my sparring. But I'm a better fighter when the lights come on because it's right now - there is no tomorrow.
I still don't think the world has seen the best Andre Ward. Initially, I just wanted to get in there and win.
My mind-set is my major attribute.
My personal goals are to fight and beat the best opponent possible.
If people are honest, they'll admit that I do have a fan base.
I want to be a champion for a long time, and I want to take the least amount of punishment possible doing so.
Getting hit is not cool.
It takes time for people to respect you.
I'm not a dirty fighter. Everybody knows that.
I was not intimidated by Kessler's record.
It's not all the time, but you get a sense when you're reading something that it's no longer about boxing or the performance. It's personal.
I don't come from a position that I am better than everybody; I come from a position that I had a tough upbringing. And I don't always highlight it, because I just never wanted to be that person with another rags to riches story.
I'm not going to throw chairs; I'm not going to cuss. I'm not going to do that kind of stuff, because you don't have to do that. You don't have to act like that, and you don't have to live like that in order to be successful.
Sounding bitter is not a good look. Less so if you're retired.
Monsters have always been built in this sport. I just don't believe the hype. You've got to show me.
My fans are truly my friends.
I'm a big person when it comes to doing what you believe in.
