The relationship between Remy Ma and Claressa Shields has taken a dramatic turn, escalating into a protracted feud that has now reached the confines of Atlanta’s boxing scene. A recent development, fueled by digital billboards and allegations, has ignited a significant clash between the two athletes, marked by a coordinated attack on Shields’ title reign and a series of increasingly provocative actions from Remy Ma. The situation began in December 2024 when Remy Ma, known for her outspoken nature, posted alleged private messages and accusations of an affair with Papoose, the boxer who captured two championships. The accusations, which have since been disputed by both parties, have dramatically escalated the conflict, transforming it into a public spectacle. Specifically, Remy Ma deployed a roaming digital billboard truck around Atlanta, strategically placing it outside State Farm Arena during Claressa Shields’ Saturday title fight. This unprecedented visual campaign, dubbed ‘Wanna Go,’ served as a constant reminder of the feud’s intensity, featuring a prominent graphic outside the arena. Furthermore, Remy Ma has teased a video featuring Shields’ rivals, Amanda Serrano and Alycia Baumgardner, intending to coordinate a joint fight-night jab – a move that appears to be a direct response to the escalating tensions. The timing of these actions is particularly significant, occurring just weeks before Shields secured the WBA and WBC middleweight championships, further intensifying the animosity. Delivering news to inboxes since 1999. We break it. They take it. Get it first, straight from AllHipHop.
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While Remy worked outside, Claressa Shields handled business inside, successfully stopping Kaye Scott at 1:38 of round six. Shields demonstrated remarkable control throughout the fight, utilizing quicker hands and powerful body punches before a left hook sent Scott backward and the ropes produced a knockdown count. Scott subsequently resumed fighting, but a subsequent barrage of towels from her corner ultimately secured the WBA and WBC middleweight titles for Shields. Shields stated, “It was a hard camp,” and continued, “I cut 38 pounds. I started 14 weeks ago at 198 and then I got down to 160. It was the most disciplined I’ve been since the Olympics, I feel like.” The victory solidified Shields’ position to 19-0 with four stoppages after her first middleweight bout since June 2023. Papoose, meanwhile, added fuel to the fire by posting a video of Claressa being tattooed on his left bicep as Shields prepared to compete. Shields named Lauren Price as her preferred next opponent and indicated she hopes they can meet in December or January. The situation continues to evolve, with the potential for further escalation expected as both athletes navigate this intense rivalry.” , 12,
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