Floyd Mayweather is once again making headlines for reasons outside the boxing ring, and this latest situation could end up becoming one of the most expensive chapters of his post-retirement life. The undefeated boxing icon has spent years building an image around wealth, luxury, and untouchable success, but recent developments have placed fresh attention on his finances and legal troubles.
Over the past few weeks, Mayweather has found himself dealing with mounting pressure tied to money matters, court rulings, and obligations that continue to follow him away from boxing. While the 49-year-old remains active with exhibition fights and public appearances, new reports out of Las Vegas suggest his problems behind the scenes may be growing far more serious. One case in particular has now drawn widespread attention after a judge reportedly delivered a major ruling involving a woman connected to one of Mayweather's own businesses.
Mayweather's recent financial problems first drew attention after reports surfaced that the IRS had threatened to revoke his passports because of unpaid taxes. According to the filing made in Las Vegas last month, the IRS placed a $7.3 million lien against the boxing legend and businessman over unpaid balances linked to 2018 and 2023.
The lien wasreportedlyfiled in Las Vegas, where Mayweather owns property. Court records showed the balance remained unpaid as of March 26. An attorney representing Mayweather declined to comment on the matter after details of the filing became public.
The lien gives the government the ability to lay claim to Mayweather's property until the debt is settled, adding another serious issue for the former champion to handle. The situation has fuelled fresh discussion around Mayweather's finances despite his long-standing reputation as one of boxing's highest earners.
Mayweather spent years promoting his enormous wealth and flashy lifestyle throughout his career. From luxury cars to private jets and stacks of cash displayed on social media, the unbeaten boxer built much of his public image around financial success. However, the recentIRS filinghas painted a very different picture behind the scenes.
The timing of the tax issues has also raised eyebrows because of Mayweather's increasingly active exhibition schedule. Despite retiring from professional boxing years ago, the 49-year-old continues to accept high-profile fights and appearances around the world.
Reports state that Mayweather already has three fights lined up this year, including a rematch with Manny Pacquiao and anexhibition bout with Mike Tysonlater in the year. The packed schedule has led many observers to connect his recent return to the ring with the growing financial pressure surrounding him.
While Mayweather was already dealing with the IRS situation, TMZ reported that the former boxer was also hit with a major ruling in a paternity case involving a dancer from one of his Las Vegas strip clubs.
According to the outlet, Mayweather has now been ordered to pay $1 million in back child support in addition to monthly payments of $33,000 for a young girl identified in court documents as Price Moorehead.
Source: International Business Times UK
