I come from the land of Pazienza and I have to say the Haugen was one hell of a fighter. He went on the road to fight and had a very difficult career in terms of getting a fair shake in terms of decisions. The man is a legit HoF fighter, hopefully one day he will be recognized in Nevada’s HoF (if he is not already)
Greg was a tough, tough fighter. I don't think, today, they have fighters that could compete at the level Greg fought. He was a non-stop hard punching fighter. I have tremendous respect for Greg Haugen.
I met you in person you were in line to take a piss and Evey one let you go first but you said no I'll wait like everyone else you were in San Jose CA seeing your next opponent. You are one of the greatest.
Being from Auburn, Mutt represented us well. A tough, humble man. In regards to Vinny sPaz, Mutt beat him to a pulp in that first fight. I felt Greg got robbed. In that second fight, Greg throughly dominated him. I wish Greg well.
I bet you guys had a big one when he put my favourite all time lightweight away your very own Boom Boom Mancini 🥊 The Mutt Haugen put Ray into permanent boxing 🥊 retirement 👍
I became a fan of Greg Haugen after watching him get ripped off in the first fight with Pazieza... which Haugen won. He was a true fighter who didn’t have a lot of flash and glamour, but stayed the course with true grit. I wish him well.
He is 64. Yes Sugar is 68, but has the advantages of Black not cracking, and being a very rich man and all the comforts and luxuries that go with it. Haugen just lucky he can speak without brain damage for a guy who fought like he did.
Solid fighter, he spent time training here in San Diego, I was working and missed seeing him in training. Good, really good fighter and highly honest. Best wishes Greg.
Watched most every fight on Greg's that was televised. And admit that I didn't think a "Tough Man" club fighter would make it, but boy was I wrong. Much respect to The Champ.
Read the book...a good read. Haugen was my favorite along with Gatti. And yes, Greg won in Providence in that first fight with Paz...no way they should've took his title after that fight.
Vinnie looked like he'd been hit by a truck after the first fight but somehow they gave him the win. I guess he just had to be standing up at the end for them to give him Greg's title.
@@tommaguzzi1723 Well...if you watch the fight, Vinnie throws a lot of flashy combinations that for the most part only hit air...but the crowd goes crazy like he's doing damage. I think the hometown crowd had an effect on the decision without question. Most of the meaningful damage was done by Haugen as you can see by Vinny's face in the end...but it was a close tough fight. I just believe you dont take away his title after that. Haugen should've got the decision.
One hard man that. When I first started watching boxing as a teenager Greg stuck out, and the rivalry with Vinny Paz was unbelievable; those KO publications i read religiously. So, If you know your boxing you should know Haugen.
Greg Haugen was a lil warrior,gotta love this guy😁I had a Greg Haugen poster on my wall when I was a teenager,like how he threw that upper cut and constant forward movement.this guy was a real 2 time champion at the time when it was hard to get a title,these fighters now don't fight like these guys did...." straight action"...."Haugen is a true champion"...
Gaugen was such a good fighter but the real secret is he was a Very very good boxer. Im a mexican boxing fans sice I was 10 yo and think that Greg Haugen is one of the most enjoyable fighther to watch. He was also tough as hell and honest and direct boxer. Thank u so much for the memories
People to soft, the Tiajuana Taxi Cab driver comment was hilarious 😂 and the Post fight interview he gave, "they must have been tough Tiajuana Taxi drivers" was the perfect Punch Line🤣🤣🤣. Im Mexican
Apparently don king made up a rumor that Haugen said he was going to have sex with Chaves wife after he won so that might have had something to do with it.
Good to see he's alright. Definitely one of the toughest dudes in the sport. Only the very best could beat him, but they always had a rough time and never enjoyed being in there with him.
The Hagen Paul fight was really good. I appreciated Haugens boxing skill more since I’ve been watching the old fights again. If you look at it, he fought some of the best boxers of his day. I’m not sure and I don’t know, if he had the best managers or training facilities. He’s had some really good fights, and won a lot of tough ones. ( I really enjoyed watching him beat up Hot Dogs).
I saw the second Pazienza fight at Convention Hall in AC.He is correct.The crowd was 10000 Italians from Providence.He gave Pazienza a horrible beating that day.He entered the ring to AC/DC Bad Boy Boogie and he backed it up.Great fighter.
I'm from New England and I remember Greg and Vinny fights and watch them and the same reaction I know Greg got screwed he should of won, but people knows he did.
Greg the mutt Haugen what a blast from the 1980’s boxing 🥊 past. Great at getting under fighters skin he fought the best and he beat some of the best. Good! counter puncher very durable always in shape his fights with Vinny Pazienza were good scraps and he permanently put Ray Boom Boom Mancini into retirement 🥊
As a guy living in Nashville, I was a big Chris Calvin fan. He was a serious puncher. I knew Mutt was for real after that fight. Pulled for him ever since.
Chavez was a good sport, he shook your hand and gave you a hug and he said “ is a business” I don’t dislike anybody, the only winner on that fight was Don King
Haugen was not blessed with either exceptional speed or power, but his knowledge of how to fight and willingness to engage made him very formidable. Though not as great, he was sort of like a modern day Harry Greb: he might not be able to knock you out with one punch, but he could beat you up so bad that you would wish that you had been knocked out early instead.
Auburn Elk Club in Washington state was by far the best boxing club in the state , back in the 70s and 80s going to the AAU boxing tournaments and you were put against a auburn fighter you KNEW THAT YOU WERE UP TO A HARD FIGHT MUCH RESPECT FOR THOSE FOLKS
Love Greg, but it’s sad to see him in this shape as he looks like he’s aged about 50 years from when he was the Seahawks 12th man about 10 years ago. It looks like he’s on some hard stuff.
Basically he admitted that he did not train well or prepare adequately. That is a valid excuse. Had he been better prepared the results might have been different. We will never know.
they threw away the mold when they made Greg Haugen ... an all time great warrior
He's sobreal..genuine. Can't stand Paz or Canacho..but Greg is so real. He reminds me if Carmen Basilio
I come from the land of Pazienza and I have to say the Haugen was one hell of a fighter. He went on the road to fight and had a very difficult career in terms of getting a fair shake in terms of decisions. The man is a legit HoF fighter, hopefully one day he will be recognized in Nevada’s HoF (if he is not already)
Greg was a tough, tough fighter. I don't think, today, they have fighters that could compete at the level Greg fought. He was a non-stop hard punching fighter. I have tremendous respect for Greg Haugen.
What a guy. Tough as teak. He talked the talk but walked the walk!
Greg Haugen was a underrated crowd pleasing fighter! A World Champion
No slurred speech for a guy you fought all those rough fights he sounds great
he sounds great and his memory is better than mine and I'm 27!
I was a fan of gregs during his boxing days and I always respected that he is an honest upfront guy
Good interview
I met you in person you were in line to take a piss and Evey one let you go first but you said no I'll wait like everyone else you were in San Jose CA seeing your next opponent. You are one of the greatest.
Being from Auburn, Mutt represented us well. A tough, humble man. In regards to Vinny sPaz, Mutt beat him to a pulp in that first fight. I felt Greg got robbed. In that second fight, Greg throughly dominated him. I wish Greg well.
Back in old Youngstown, Ohio we in the boys would always have a big fight night party with all his fights. Haugen is a true Legend.
I bet you guys had a big one when he put my favourite all time lightweight away your very own Boom Boom Mancini 🥊
The Mutt Haugen put Ray into permanent boxing 🥊 retirement 👍
I became a fan of Greg Haugen after watching him get ripped off in the first fight with Pazieza... which Haugen won. He was a true fighter who didn’t have a lot of flash and glamour, but stayed the course with true grit. I wish him well.
That was great! Much respect to Mr. Haugen!!
It's good to see Greg Haugen in good shape after his boxing career
Good shape?...lol...what? Sugar Ray Leonard is in good shape. This guy looks like he's been living under a bridge.
He is 64. Yes Sugar is 68, but has the advantages of Black not cracking, and being a very rich man and all the comforts and luxuries that go with it. Haugen just lucky he can speak without brain damage for a guy who fought like he did.
Great interview! The book is wonderful. Greg was one very special fighter.
Nice interview, cool dude, no bs, honest guy, was a great fighter in his time. Thanks for posting this will be looking for that book.
Solid fighter, he spent time training here in San Diego, I was working and missed seeing him in training. Good, really good fighter and highly honest. Best wishes Greg.
Watched most every fight on Greg's that was televised. And admit that I didn't think a "Tough Man" club fighter would make it, but boy was I wrong. Much respect to The Champ.
He actually had 300 amateur fights. He wasn't just a tough man competitor.
Currently reading his book, great story of how the boxing world really works and how successful he really was. One tough guy no doubt!
Glad to hear him sound so good. Watched him all the time back in the day. 👍🏼
First time I saw Greg was his first fight against Paz. So many good memories. Thanks, Greg.
Fantastic interview. I'm a bigger fan now than the time he was fighting.
That is one tough hombre thanks for all the blood and guts you showed in the sweet science
A real tough guy.. Keeps it simple and no nonsense
Greg Haugen is great!
A legend,a champion and a man of life's tests.A man of decency.Much love from Australia champ.👍🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🥊🥊🥊
Read the book...a good read. Haugen was my favorite along with Gatti. And yes, Greg won in Providence in that first fight with Paz...no way they should've took his title after that fight.
Agreed
Vinnie looked like he'd been hit by a truck after the first fight but somehow they gave him the win. I guess he just had to be standing up at the end for them to give him Greg's title.
@@tommaguzzi1723 Well...if you watch the fight, Vinnie throws a lot of flashy combinations that for the most part only hit air...but the crowd goes crazy like he's doing damage. I think the hometown crowd had an effect on the decision without question. Most of the meaningful damage was done by Haugen as you can see by Vinny's face in the end...but it was a close tough fight. I just believe you dont take away his title after that. Haugen should've got the decision.
This man got so many bad decisions. One hell of a fighter
Fagienza and Baracho
Tough fighter. No bs. Great interview. Thanks
One hard man that. When I first started watching boxing as a teenager Greg stuck out, and the rivalry with Vinny Paz was unbelievable; those KO publications i read religiously. So, If you know your boxing you should know Haugen.
I've always liked Greg Haugen, always down to Earth. I just bought this book, I can't wait to read it. Cheers.
Greg Haugen was a lil warrior,gotta love this guy😁I had a Greg Haugen poster on my wall when I was a teenager,like how he threw that upper cut and constant forward movement.this guy was a real 2 time champion at the time when it was hard to get a title,these fighters now don't fight like these guys did...." straight action"...."Haugen is a true champion"...
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Gaugen was such a good fighter but the real secret is he was a Very very good boxer. Im a mexican boxing fans sice I was 10 yo and think that Greg Haugen is one of the most enjoyable fighther to watch. He was also tough as hell and honest and direct boxer. Thank u so much for the memories
People to soft, the Tiajuana Taxi Cab driver comment was hilarious 😂 and the Post fight interview he gave, "they must have been tough Tiajuana Taxi drivers" was the perfect Punch Line🤣🤣🤣.
Im Mexican
Apparently don king made up a rumor that Haugen said he was going to have sex with Chaves wife after he won so that might have had something to do with it.
This guy is as real as it gets. Loved thos haugen vs paz fights.
I'm Mexican American but I always rooted for Greg Haugen when he fought Hispanic fighters! He reminded me of a feisty Bull terrier I used to have!
A true warrior.
My friend Cisco and I meant Greg Haugen at a bar in Auburn, Wa around 20 or so years ago. I still have the bar coaster he autographed.
Yea???😂😂😂😂🎉
Great fighter and a honest man
Good to see he's alright. Definitely one of the toughest dudes in the sport. Only the very best could beat him, but they always had a rough time and never enjoyed being in there with him.
The Hagen Paul fight was really good. I appreciated Haugens boxing skill more since I’ve been watching the old fights again.
If you look at it, he fought some of the best boxers of his day. I’m not sure and I don’t know, if he had the best managers or training facilities.
He’s had some really good fights, and won a lot of tough ones. ( I really enjoyed watching him beat up Hot Dogs).
I'm from Westport, WA, & quite a few people I know knew him from Auburn, Wa..a real stand up guy
I knew him in grade school. He was tough then too.
I saw the second Pazienza fight at Convention Hall in AC.He is correct.The crowd was 10000 Italians from Providence.He gave Pazienza a horrible beating that day.He entered the ring to AC/DC Bad Boy Boogie and he backed it up.Great fighter.
I came here today because a highlights of Chavez and Greg came out on my Facebook videos
Was a big Haugen fan back in the late 80s. Went to his second fight with Pazienza in February 88.
These people interviewing fighters for views should link the book/products the fighters are promoting
Class act unlike the dirtbag he fought 3 times.
Señor se acuerda de la madriza que le puso Julio Cesar Chávez González???
I always liked Greg.
This man was a total bad ass!!
Wasn't He good friends with Hagler?
legend...loved Haugen
Watched Greg fight in the Caesar Palace indoor arena in seats near the ring. Got my money’s worth. Wish him well.
I'm from New England and I remember Greg and Vinny fights and watch them and the same reaction I know Greg got screwed he should of won, but people knows he did.
Greg the mutt Haugen what a blast from the 1980’s boxing 🥊 past.
Great at getting under fighters skin he fought the best and he beat some of the best. Good! counter puncher very durable always in shape his fights with Vinny Pazienza were good scraps and he permanently put Ray Boom Boom Mancini into retirement 🥊
He’s about 62 but.....
His mind seems excellent.
But his looks say one rough life.
Lmao stop it
I worked at a gym in Auburn he trained young fighters.. good guy but likes the alcohol and meth.. he isn't aging well!!
@@jodydolphin79 sad to hear that.
As a guy living in Nashville, I was a big Chris Calvin fan. He was a serious puncher. I knew Mutt was for real after that fight. Pulled for him ever since.
Pazienza vs. Haugen IV?
Had no clue he was from WA. My fave state
Greg Haugen was an uncompromising bad ass.
Chavez was a good sport, he shook your hand and gave you a hug and he said “ is a business” I don’t dislike anybody, the only winner on that fight was Don King
Great interview.. Looks like Silvi finally got those hair plugs right.
Came to fight, all heart, a thrill to watch.
The screwed him over because he smoked pot in his off-time; what a shame; it’s not like he was doing anabolic steroids or other PED’s.
Haugen was not blessed with either exceptional speed or power, but his knowledge of how to fight and willingness to engage made him very formidable. Though not as great, he was sort of like a modern day Harry Greb: he might not be able to knock you out with one punch, but he could beat you up so bad that you would wish that you had been knocked out early instead.
Auburn Elk Club in Washington state was by far the best boxing club in the state , back in the 70s and 80s going to the AAU boxing tournaments and you were put against a auburn fighter you KNEW THAT YOU WERE UP TO A HARD FIGHT MUCH RESPECT FOR THOSE FOLKS
I thought Haugen beat Pazianza with the precision punching ,paz was all show with the bs flurries that did nothing.
Great fighter
Exelent boxer and exelente human being
Siempre me gustó Haugen , muy desconocido en mi país pero pertenecía a una camada de guerreros
Helluva boxer.
Really doubt that Mickey Ward ducked him
Always liked Haugen, great fighter and he's right about Paz but please don't use an Italian slur. Buying the book today.
Good Lord what happened to him??
Great figth in Denmark against Gert Bo .After round five it was clear who was winning.
I also wrote a book about you! Greg Haugen!
I remember he beat Camacho all because Camacho couldn't keep his cool!
Haugen had him beat anyway. Remember the big buildup was Camacho vs Chavez. That was the moneymaker for boxing. Another reason why boxing is dead now
Boxing is dead now? They have been saying that for over 30 years at least.
Wow he looks really old .but he's lucky that he can still talk well
He was a great 5th round TKO win for CHAVEZ
Liver or kidneys. Poor guy. God bless him.
Love Greg, but it’s sad to see him in this shape as he looks like he’s aged about 50 years from when he was the Seahawks 12th man about 10 years ago. It looks like he’s on some hard stuff.
7:49....oh the excuses.
Basically he admitted that he did not train well or prepare adequately. That is a valid excuse. Had he been better prepared the results might have been different. We will never know.
I still remember the beat down Chavez gave him
Yes, Chavez won but everybody remembers Haugen
Haugen had a great career though. He beat alot of guys.
@@vladdeimpaalor572 Actually it's vice versa
Julio Cesar Chavez
GREG WAS JUST DISPLAYING SHOWMANSHIP THE CAB BALLEROS FIGHTER'S THEY DON'T GET IT
Greg was a cutie. Got a little too cute with Chavez.
lol 10,000 dagos
Greg looks like he's aged fast
very good fighter could box ,punch, good defense good gas tank. Only the greats could beat him
Chin beyond good..Lamotta n Basilio tough
Paz lost all 3.end of story.
Pazienza was a very dirty fighter. Never liked him.
Pazenza was a overrated hotdog .
Always throwing those flashy shoeshine combinations .
This dude looks old
If you live long enough you will too, however if you don’t live long enough you won’t have to worry bout it.
@@jasonsweeton8368 Nah man. Dude look dusty and expired. He's as old as Sugar Ray at least.
@@manher4335 Sugar Ray is 4 years older.
@@danbernardi6599 Astounding. Despite that he looks almost 12 years older than Ray.
@@manher4335 black dont crack
All this hype about Haugen but he looked like a little boy against Chavez. Didn't he? LMAO
Chavez a once in a lifetime