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      Top 10 pound-for-pound boxers revealed by Ring Magazine with NO Tyson Fury and his rival ranking first

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      TYSON FURY is NOT one of Ring Magazine’s top ten pound-for-pound boxers.The Gypsy King reigns supreme as WBC heavyweight champion, but is not considered by the prestigious mag as one of the top ten fighters on the planet.
      Oleksandr Usyk is Ring Magazine’s pound-for-pound number one
      And to make matters even worse for him, his fellow heavyweight Oleksandr Usyk is No1 on the list.
      Despite Usyk agreeing to Fury’s 70-30 contract demands, a bout between the duo, initially planned for April 29 at Wembley, failed to come to fruition.
      Fury IS Ring Magazine’s second best heavyweight boxer, ahead of the likes of Deontay Wilder and Anthony Joshua.
      Here, SunSport examines Ring Magazine’s latest top ten in full.
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      1. Oleksandr Usyk – Heavyweight
      Former undisputed cruiserweight champion now reigns supreme over the heavyweight division.
      Usyk, 36, overcame Anthony Joshua for a second time last August after previously fighting for Ukraine in the war with Russia.
      He is likely to return to action in the summer against WBA mandatory challenger Daniel Dubois.
      2. Naoya Inoue – Bantamweight
      Like Usyk, Naoya Inoue retains an incredible undefeated record as a professional boxer.
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      Within the last 12 months, the 24-0 Japanese superstar has twice defended his bantamweight belts.
      The 30-year-old defeated Nonito Donaire in June last year, before beating Englishman Paul Butler in Tokyo last December.
      Naoya Inoue defeated Paul Butler last DecemberCredit: Getty
      3. Terence Crawford – Welterweight
      Another undefeated star, 39-0 Crawford has dropped one spot from his runner-up berth in this list last year.
      The American has fought just once in the last 12 months, seeing off David Avanesyan last December.
      Crawford, 35, has been ordered to defend his WBO belt against Alexis Rocha later this year.
      Terence Crawford successfully defended his belts against David AvanesyanCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      4. Errol Spence – Welterweight
      Welterweight star Spence has not been in action in the last 12 months.
      He last fought in April last year, when he defeated Yordenis Ugas.
      Fans are holding on to hopes that they will one day see Spence in the ring with Terence Crawford in a blockbuster bout.
      Errol Spence lands a punch on Yordenis UgasCredit: AP
      5. Canelo Alvarez – Super-middleweight/light-heavyweight
      Having previously been No1 in this list, Canelo Alvarez is in fifth position this time around.
      The Mexican remains super-middleweight king, having defeated Gennady Golovkin last September, bouncing back from his light-heavyweight defeat to Dmitry Bivol.
      Canelo will be back in action on May 6 when he fights John Ryder.
      Canelo Alvarez reacts after beating GolovkinCredit: EPA
      6. Dmitry Bivol – Light-heavyweight
      Bivol, 32, is the only man since 2013 to have beaten Canelo Alvarez.
      The Russian, who boasts a 21-0 record, defeated Gilberto Ramirez last time out in November.
      He could fight Canelo again later this year, although his next opponent has not yet been confirmed.
      Dmitry Bivol defeated Gilberto Ramirez last time outCredit: EPA
      7. Vasyl Lomachenko – Lightweight
      Ukrainian ace Lomachenko has been in action once in the last 12 months.
      The 17-2 bruiser defeated Jamaine Ortiz at the Hulu Theatre in New York back in October.
      He will be back in action on May 20 against Devin Haney in Las Vegas.
      Vasyl Lomachenko lands on Richard CommeyCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      8. Josh Taylor – Super-lightweight
      WBO super-lightweight champion Josh Taylor has not been in action since his controversial decision victory over Jack Catterall in February last year.
      Despite calls for a rematch, Taylor claimed after the fight that there was no need to run it back.
      The Scot will be back in action on June 10, when he faces Teofimo Lopez in New York.
      Josh Taylor will take on Teofimo Lopez in New York on June 10Credit: PA
      9. Jermell Charlo – Light middleweight
      Charlo, 32, remains the undisputed light middleweight champion.
      The Louisiana native has fought once over the past 12 months, when he beat Brian Castano.
      He had been due to defend his belts against Tim Tszyu back in January, only to have to pull out with a hand injury sustained while sparring.
      Jermell Charlo’s January bout was axed due to a hand injury sustained in sparringCredit: EPA
      10. Juan Estrada – Super-flyweight
      Mexican super-flyweight star Estrada enjoyed an active end to 2022.
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      After seeing off Argi Cortes in September, he took on Roman Gonzalez in a trilogy bout.
      Estrada had lost to him all the way back in 2012, before beating him in March 2021 – settling their rivalry by winning again via a decision on December 3 last year.
      Juan Estrada settled his trilogy with Roman GonzalezCredit: Reuters More

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      Ruiz Jr kicked out of his home after split with wife as she bins his diamonds and clothes and he moves on with new woman

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      ANDY RUIZ JR has been kicked out of his home by wife Julie Lemus after their unceremonious split.Julie had been Ruiz Jr’s long-term girlfriend prior to their marriage, and she has been seen ringside at some of his biggest fights.
      Andy Ruiz Jr celebrated his victory over Anthony Joshua with ex-wife Julie in 2019Credit: Getty – Contributor
      Julie shared a video of herself binning Ruiz Jr’s thingsCredit: TIKTOK / @JULIELIELEMUSGARCIA
      Ruiz Jr’s ex recorded herself taking out bins filled with the boxer’s posssessionsCredit: TIKTOK / @JULIELIELEMUSGARCIA
      After it emerged that the Mexican is now dating social media star Mayeli Alonso Julie took to social media to trash her ex Andy.
      In a clip posted to TikTok, Julie revealed messages between herself and Ruiz Jr, in which she refused to forgive him.
      The video then showed her binning Ruiz Jr’s clothes and possessions – including diamonds.
      Despite the former heavyweight champion and Julie having reportedly been separated for some time, his new relationship with Mayeli is said to have enraged his ex.
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      According to El Comercio, Ruiz Jr and Mayeli were spotted walking hand in hand at Mexico City International Airport last month.
      After speculation surrounding their relationship mounted, Ruiz Jr released a statement to clarify matters.
      It read: “In recent days, an article regarding my personal life that was handled in a wrong and disrespectful way has been circulating through various Spanish-speaking media.
      “In this regard, and in order to have my public and the media duly informed, I clarify that at the time I decided to open my heart again, my previous romantic relationship had already ended.
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      Ruiz Jr has been linked with Mayeli AlonsoCredit: Getty
      Mayeli was previously married to American singer Lupillo Rivera between 2006 and 2019Credit: https://www.instagram.com/mayelialonsooficial/?hl=en
      “I want to live this new stage of my life that began recently peacefully. All human beings deserve a new opportunity to find happiness and that is exactly what I’m doing right now and I thank God for it.”
      Ruiz Jr, 33, also reiterated that he will ensure that he is there for his five children, irrespective of his relationship status.
      He wrote: “It should be noted in the same way, that I will seek the well-being of my children and always respect their mothers, thank you very much for the support and I ask you for respect in this time of life.”
      Julie subsequently took to social media and vowed to reveal the truth, writing: “Our statement will also come out in a few hours and with evidence as well. The lies end here.”
      Ruiz Jr discussed his wife while appearing on Mike Tyson’s podcast in 2019.
      When Iron Mike revealed that he used to sleep with his fans during the height of his fame, Ruiz Jr said: “My girl would f*** me up. She’ll break all my cars or something.”
      Mayeli Alonso, 38, was married to American singer Lupillo Rivera between 2006 and 2019.
      Last month, as per El Comercio, Mayeli took to social media to write: “I have never been with a married man, to clarify, never in my life. Whenever I talk to someone, it is the first thing I ask them.”
      Amid speculation surrounding his private life, Ruiz Jr is looking to hit the heights once again in his professional endeavours.
      Since losing his heavyweight belts to Anthony Joshua in 2019, Ruiz Jr has defeated Chris Arreola and Luis Ortiz.
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      He has recently been chasing a title eliminator against Tyson Fury’s former rival Deontay Wilder.
      But he could even face the Gypsy King himself in the UK this summer.
      Ruiz Jr is chasing a big fight for this summerCredit: EPA
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      Elle Brooke vs Ola Danielka tale of the tape: How OnlyFans star and influencer compare ahead of Kingpyn fight

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      ELLE BROOKE is looking to continue her boxing winning streak with a win over Ola Danielka. The pair will be facing off with one another in the ring on April 22.
      Here’s how they compare
      Elle Brooke will face off against Ola Danielka in the quarter-final
      Fans were left in hysterics over the height difference between the pairCredit: YouTube/ElleBrooke
      Elle has two fights under her beltCredit: INSTAGRAM
      Ola appeared on the Polish version of Love IslandCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/CqYTOqXtZky/?hl=en
      The bout will take place at the “High Stakes” show at the OVO Arena Wembley – put on by promoters Kingpyn.
      OnlyFans star Elle Brooke will enter the fight as the only one with any fighting experience.
      She has two boxing matches under her belt against AJ Bunker and Faith Ordway, stopping the latter in the first round.
      Brooke has also been training with IBF Bantamweight champion Ebanie Bridges.
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      However, her novice rival Ola will have a huge size advantage.
      Fans were left in hysterics after seeing the size difference between them as they were drawn together in the quarter-final, with fighters randomly put into two groups.
      However, Elle said she was more than up for the challenge the Polish Love Island star would pose.
      She said: “I like the challenge. You’re beautiful, but I wouldn’t mind smashing your face in. I’m 5’1”, I’m always gonna be the shorter woman.
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      “But I’ve always been prepping to spar someone taller. She’s a lot slimmer build so hopefully she’s a lot less stronger and you can just bully her in the ring.
      “It’s gonna be a challenge. I’m here to set out that I am the best pound-for-pound female influencer boxer and that’s exactly what I’m gonna do.”
      Also stepping into the ring at Kingpyn is 6ar6ie6, Daniella Hemsley, Amber O’Donnell, Whitney Johns, Jully Poca and Elle’s sister Emily.
      AnEsonGib headlines the men’s side of the eight-fighter-strong groups.
      There were fears the tournament would be cancelled after the PBA revoked the license of Kingpyn.
      However, they have since announced they will be sanctioned by ISKA for the tournament. More

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      I’m Anthony Joshua’s rival and saw Chinese pals attacked over Covid but nobody dared target me due to my mammoth size

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      ZHILEI ZHANG saw Chinese compatriots getting attacked in New York during the Covid-19 pandemic but was too big for the cowards to target.The Beijing 2008 Olympic silver winner trains as a pro in New Jersey and has adopted the US as a second home.
      Zhilei Zhang opened up on how he saw Chinese compatriots being attacked in New YorkCredit: PA
      But when coronavirus gripped the world – and ex-president Donald Trump made a series of allegations against China – 39-year-old Zhang felt like the enemy in the Land of Opportunity.
      Thankfully life is almost back to normal and Zhang was welcomed to London last week to take on Putney’s 37-year-old Juggernaut Joe Joyce at the Copper Box on Saturday.
      Recalling the torrid time his innocent fellow expats faced, the softly spoken giant told SunSport: “We saw people getting pushed on the subway in New York City.
      “I would probably never become a target in the street, because of my size, but I do have Chinese friends and business owners in New York who have been targeted.
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      “These people have suffered, not just financially but also mentally and emotionally.
      “I don’t think it is the right thing to do, I don’t agree with politicising the pandemic, it should not be used as something to attack people.
      “People and human beings are innocent, nobody wants anyone to be sick, suffer or be infected.
      “Nobody wanted the virus and nobody wanted the impact it has had on the world.
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      “Thankfully now we are moving on and getting back to living our lives in a positive way.”
      With China being the cradle of martial arts and boxing coming under that huge and money-spinning umbrella, it’s strange that 6ft 6in Zhang remains a rarity.
      But the 24-1-1 southpaw explains very wisely why a population of 1.4billion people have ZERO world boxing champions and just a few Asian fighters, largely representing Japan in the lightest weight classes.
      “When I got the silver medal in 2008, boxing was still a minor sport in China,” he said.
      “In China the major sports are diving, table tennis and soccer. Even after I got my silver medal I didn’t get recognised a lot. But I know what I have achieved and how far I have come.
      “Last time I fought in Las Vegas, my fight got 60 million views in China, that was record-breaking and historic, so I hope my career is helping make boxing a bigger success in China.
      “Maybe there are a couple of reasons why boxing and Asian countries haven’t really taken off.
      “One might be Geography, Asia is a pretty remote region, cut away from the likes of Europe and the Americas.
      Zhang won a silver medal at the 2008 OlympicsCredit: PA
      “Also Asian guys are traditionally smaller guys, so we have stars like Manny Pacquiao but they operate in the smaller divisions, which don’t get as much attention as the bigger guys from around middleweight and above.
      “I am not from a big family at all, it really is just me! My parents are just average sized”.
      Before Anthony Joshua agreed to fight Jermaine Franklin in his comeback bout in April 1, promoter Eddie Hearn teased the idea of taking him on a round-the-world tour and facing Zhang at the iconic 80,000 seat Bird’s Nest Stadium.
      Sadly it was another bluff but Zhang hopes our London 2012 legend is not getting written off by the British public he won over so spectacularly over the last decade.
      “We talked about something but it was premature,” Zhang confirmed.
      “Maybe after two losses to Usyk he is scared of southpaws forever now?
      “But I don’t think there is any fear among the top boxers – in any division – I believe that we are all fighters who want the biggest and best fights.
      “But I do believe and understand how promoters and broadcasters want to protect their investments, they are the ones who are scared of a loss.
      “Joshua has lost a few times but look at his wins, the respect is there.
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      “I don’t think Joshua fears anyone but I think the business people and investors in him are protecting their career with smart business moves.
      “He might have lost some confidence but I think he deserves time and recognition.” More

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      Boxer Ricky Hatton denies taking cocaine after he was filmed with white powder on his nose

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      BOXER Ricky Hatton has reassured fans he is not on cocaine after footage showed white powder on his nose.The ex-world champ, 44, appears bleary-eyed and slurring on a night out.
      Ricky Hatton has reassured fans he is not on cocaine after footage showed white powder on his nose
      His lawyers told The Sun the powder is a product similar to snus, popular with footballers as a stimulant and substitute for cigsCredit: Alamy
      Sitting in a car he jokes and swears with pals, though it is unclear to who or what he is referring.
      As the camera turns to him, Ricky stares before starting to talk.
      He says: “Tell you what, listen. It’s not acceptable.”
      The clip cuts to a mate and Ricky adds: “And if you don’t buck your ideas up, we’re gonna let this fat c**t f*****g jump all over you.
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      Signing off to laughter, he adds: “Nice one.
      “Ricky Hatton MBE — Massive B*** End. Nice to see you.”
      Sources said he was on his way to Albert’s Schloss bar in Manchester in early February.
      A source said: “Ricky doesn’t look great so fans will obviously worry.”
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      Ricky had rehab after confessing to a year-long addiction to cocaine in 2010.
      His lawyers told The Sun the powder is a product similar to snus, popular with footballers as a stimulant and substitute for cigs.
      They said: “It is easily available across the high street and subject to usual tobaccorestrictions.”
      Ricky had rehab after confessing to a year-long addiction to cocaine in 2010Credit: PA More

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      Watch Tommy Fury punch former world’s strongest man Eddie Hall so hard he nearly VOMITS

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      TOMMY FURY hit Eddie Hall so hard in the stomach the strongman almost threw up his breakfast. The pair spent the day swapping lives, eating each other’s diets and undertaking their training regimes.
      Tommy Fury hitting Eddie Hall in the stomachCredit: Twitter
      Fury, 23, and Hall, 34, enjoyed a hearty cooked breakfast before heading to the gym for a boxing session.
      And they decided on a body shot challenge, taking turns to land blows to the stomach.
      Fury hit Hall right in the sweet spot – so much so that the former world’s strongest man was left heaving and nearly vomiting.
      He said: “Fair play, man. There’s some power in that, man. Jesus.
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      “And again mate, I’ve done that with so many people and that is by far the hardest. By far the hardest.”
      Fury ended the day eating around 9,000 calories, which is FOUR times the average male consumption.
      It was also the first time he put the boxing gloves back on, having put on THREE STONE as he enjoys some rest after beating Jake Paul in February.
      Fury was twice forced to pull out of the celebrity grudge match, amid a rib injury in December 2021 and US visa issue in August of last year.
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      But he ended two years of feuding over the eight rounds, which ended in a split-decision win.
      Fury said: “It felt good because there was a lot on that fight. Especially because the fight fell through twice before.
      “It was like, ‘Tommy’s scared, he doesn’t want to lose to a YouTuber.’ You know, that was never the case.
      “All those reasons why the first fights didn’t happen were legitimate, so to go out there, put an end to it all and shut him up once and for all, it felt amazing.”
      Jake Paul was beaten by Tommy Fury on pointsCredit: GETTY More

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      KSI’s promoter ‘confident’ in sealing Tommy Fury fight deal after meeting with Love Island star’s dad John in Morecambe

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      KSI and Tommy Fury are nearing a deal to fight after positive talks between the two camps. Fury is coming off his biggest win by handing Jake Paul the first defeat of his career following a split-decision in February.
      Tommy Fury celebrates beating Jake PaulCredit: Reuters
      KSI is in talks to fight Tommy FuryCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      KSI and Paul were in line to settle their bitter score at the end of the year but the American’s loss looks to have given those plans to KO.
      So now KSI’s attention has turned to Fury, should he get past Joe Fournier in his May 13 return fight.
      Promoter Kalle Sauerland told Pro Boxing Fans: “Had a great meeting with (Fury’s dad) John, we both like the fight.
      “It’s about getting a deal done now. Look, John seems to be like a very simple person to deal with which I like, straight shooter.
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      “We had a good meeting, it was nice to go up to Morecambe and yeah, I’m confident we can get it done.
      “But we’re not overlooking obviously Joe Fournier first.”
      Paul, 26, looked set to exercise his rematch clause with Fury, 23, following his loss in Saudi Arabia.
      But the YouTuber has since been linked with instead returning against ex-UFC star Nate Diaz.
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      And Fury himself teased fighting a “bigger” name than Paul, fuelling speculation of facing KSI.
      But first the British prankster-turned prizefighter must beat nightclub tycoon and 9-0 boxer Fournier, 40.
      Sauerland added: “Let’s get a deal done first. I’m sure they’ve got a few other options on the table as well.
      “I hope we can get it done but at the same time we’ve got to focus on the Fournier fight.
      “It’s not unsimilar to the situation Jake Paul was in and we don’t want to make the same mistakes and we won’t.”
      KSI, promoter Kalle Sauerland and opponent Joe FournierCredit: Getty More

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      Josh Taylor vs Teofimo Lopez: Stream, TV channel, UK start time and undercard for HUGE world title fight

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      JOSH Taylor will defend his WBO super-lightweight title against former unified lightweight champion Teofimo Lopez.This mouthwatering world title bout comes as the Scot’s first fight since his triumph over Jack Catterall at the start of 2022.
      Josh Taylor celebrates victory over Jack CatterallCredit: PA
      Teofimo Lopez (L) in action against Spanish boxer Sandor Martin (R) during their Junior Welterweight bout at Madison Square GardenCredit: EPA
      Taylor became the UK’s first undisputed champion in the four-belt era following his victory against Jose Ramirez in 2021 to unify the IBF, WBA, WBO and WBC 140lbs titles.
      Lopez shocked the world in 2020 at the MGM Grand when he beat Vasyl Lomachenko to become the unified lightweight champion of the world.
      The Brooklyn native then lost in his first defence of the titles by way of split decision against George Kambosos Jr at Madison Square Garden at the end of 2021.
      Teofimo Lopez called out Josh Taylor following his triumph over Pedro Campa in August 2022.
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      When is Josh Taylor vs Teofimo Lopez?

      Josh Taylor vs Teofimo Lopez will take place on Saturday, June 10.
      The main event is scheduled to get underway at 4am BST.
      The main card is set to start at 1am BST.
      Madison Square Garden is the venue.

      What channel is Josh Taylor vs Teofimo Lopez on and can it be live streamed?

      Josh Taylor vs Teofimo Lopez will be broadcast live on Sky Sports.
      Sky Sports subscribers can live stream Josh Taylor vs Teofimo Lopez via the NOW app which is free to download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action from Madison Square Garden by following SunSport’s live blog.

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      Here are all the confirmed fights on the card so far:

      Josh Taylor vs Teofimo Lopez (WBO super-lightweight championship)

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      What’s been said?
      Josh Taylor told Sky Sports: “[Lopez] was a unified world champion at lightweight.
      “He will say he was undisputed champion but unfortunately he wasn’t.
      “He should have been technically but he wasn’t. So I’ll wind him up about that.
      “He’s got a great style. You’ve got to give credit where credit’s due.
      “He went out and beat Lomachenko who at the time was one of the best pound-for-pound fighters on the planet and he went out and won.
      “He’s a very good fighter. Stylistically I think it’s a very good fight for myself as well with the way he comes to fight.
      “He comes looking for you and doesn’t take a backwards step. He’s a very aggressive, front-foot pressure fighter.”
      Lopez told Sky Sports in December: “A lot of people would like to see me take on Josh Taylor, and I’ve been calling him out.
      “I actually will put him down better than what Catterall did. He won’t come back up, that’s all I can tell you.” More