Bounced checks, unpaid bills, and claims totaling millions: Floyd Mayweather has once again come under the scrutiny of the law.
Floyd Mayweather’s legal troubles show no signs of letting up. Two charges have been filed against the former world champion in the U.S. state of Nevada. The 49-year-old is accused of writing a bad check while purchasing a luxury watch worth approximately $200,000. The charges include grand theft and fraud by writing a bad check.
According to court documents, Mayweather is said to have received the exclusive Audemars Piguet watch as early as the end of 2024. The dealer now accuses the former boxing star of failing to make the agreed-upon payment to this day. “My client trusted Mayweather and gave him every opportunity to resolve the matter,” attorney Marc Cook told ESPN. “At some point, however, there were neither answers nor payment for a watch that Mayweather has owned for over a year.”
More and more legal issues to address
The new allegations come at a very inopportune time for Mayweather. Just a few weeks ago, it was revealed that he is required to pay nearly one million U.S. dollars in back child support. In addition, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is reportedly pursuing claims totaling approximately 7.3 million dollars against the former world champion.
In addition, Mayweather is facing further lawsuits. These include, among other things, allegations of unpaid bills for private jets, luxury real estate, and jewelry. At the same time, the former pound-for-pound star is himself involved in several lawsuits, including a $175 million lawsuit against former business partners and a claim for damages against his former TV partner, Showtime.
A Return Despite Turbulence
Meanwhile, Mayweather remains active in the sports world. He is scheduled to face kickboxing legend Mike Zambidis in an exhibition match in Athens as early as this coming weekend. There is also speculation about an exhibition match against Mike Tyson and a professional comeback against Manny Pacquiao in September.
If the current allegations are confirmed in court, Mayweather could face severe penalties. The fraud charge, in particular, could result not only in heavy fines but even a prison sentence of several years. For the former “Money” Mayweather, the situation remains extremely turbulent even outside the ring.
Text by Robin Josten