Deontay Wilder is getting a statue & it actually looks good

Former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder’s legacy will be further cemented through the May 25 unveiling of his life-size statue in his hometown Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

The statue recognises the rarity of the accomplishments of the Bronze Bomber, according to sculptor Caleb O’Connor.

He gave the insight that the decline of interest within America and boxing correlates to there having been no champions other than Wilder from the States in the last 10 years.

Sculptor Caleb O’Connor said: “One of the most important things I saw in regards to the sculpture is the idea that Deontay needs to be recognised for what he has done.

“We haven’t had an American champion in over 10 years.

“Boxing has lost its popularity in the United States because we haven’t been winning, and finally we have the absolute real deal right here in Tuscaloosa.”

Wilder thanked God for the statue, saying: “I wasn’t even expecting this. That’s why you say God works in mysterious ways.

“We’re proud of his accomplishments and are thrilled the visitor center will be home to this incredible statue.“His championship title has put our community, Deontay’s hometown, on the map and his statue will pay tribute to that.” -Don Staley, President/CEO of @VisitTuscaloosa pic.twitter.com/4gNHf3neaY

“I know I’m gonna set a lot of records and I’m gonna break a lot of records along my journey, but this right here, this is something God is giving – not only to me, but to my state and my city.

“I can just see people coming to the state of Alabama, touring the city of Tuscaloosa, looking at the statue.

“This will be something for my children, their children, their children’s children.

“I’m very happy with this project, I’m very excited about it.”

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