A confrontation involving boxer Terence Crawford and a female member of Teofimo Lopez's camp occurred backstage during the recent Garcia vs. Romero weigh-ins in New York. The incident, captured on video, showed Crawford being separated by security while arguing with the woman.
In the recorded exchange, Crawford can be heard issuing a threat and using profanity towards the individual. The video does not provide the full context of the argument, leaving the initial cause unclear.
The tension between the two fighters, Terence Crawford and Teofimo Lopez, has been documented previously. Though the fighters appeared to have resolved some of their long-standing issues earlier in the year in Riyadh, the recent altercation suggests friction remains between their respective teams.
The dispute history includes Lopez publicly criticizing Crawford's record, claiming Crawford often faced opponents who were already injured. Lopez has also asserted his own resume is superior to Crawford's.
Further adding to the strained relationship, Lopez drew attention for making racially insensitive remarks in October 2024 when discussing potential matchups against Crawford and Gervonta Davis. Lopez described both fighters as "gorillas" and referred to himself as a "lion" that eats them.
Despite the ongoing tension, a fight between Terence Crawford and Teofimo Lopez has not materialized. Crawford is reportedly focusing on a potential major bout against Canelo Alvarez, a fight currently in talks for September 2025 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
Teofimo Lopez is scheduled to fight Arnold Barboza Jr. in New York City later tonight, May 2, 2025.
