Broner, a former multi-division titleholder whose career floundered after promotional changes and a fifth loss to Blair Cobbs, attached the comment to his view of how Haymon handled him during cash shortages that surfaced earlier in his career.
“I know he’s done things for me that nobody would do, and if I’m owed any money, oh well, man, he’s kept me satisfied. I’ll never turn the block for retribution; that’s what it is. See you soon . . .”
Broner’s loyalty reopens his financial history with Haymon as the lawsuit tests boxing’s broadcast economics.
For years, Broner described Haymon as both adviser and protector, language often heard from fighters whose purses skyrocketed during the peak network license-fee cycle. That history cracked in 2022 when Broner publicly aired grievances and severed ties with Premier Boxing Champions before brief stints under BLK Prime and Don King. Activity has slowed. Matchmaking options narrow.
Veteran reporter Dan Rafael circulated documents related to the Mayweather case and referenced industry talk indicating a private settlement involving Haymon, though confirmation has not surfaced.
Matchmaker Rick Glaser advanced a sharper view while discussing the matter. “Floyd is not suing Al Haymon because Al Haymon already settled out of court … he is suing Showtime and Steven Espinoza.”
Stephen Espinoza, the former president of Showtime Sports, broke his silence “Compass on the Beat”: “I haven’t seen the paperwork. I’ve seen the reports, I’ve seen the descriptions, and as usual the lawyers don’t want me to say it publicly. I’m definitely disappointed and surprised. I’m not sure exactly where it came from. It’s a mystery in a lot of ways,” Espinoza said
The lawsuit focuses on broadcasting revenue at a time when license fees no longer flow as freely as they once did, tightening the negotiating leeway for veterans trying to make a comeback. Broner, now inactive, is linking his name to Haymon as the financial structure that once supported both men faces legal scrutiny.
