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Roman Karmanzin and Cory Spinks pre-fight interview before there bout on July 8th

13th Round: You guys mentioned that you are training at Freddie Roach’s gym. Being there, has that added any new dimensions to your fighting style? Who are some of the sparring partners you have been working with?

Karmanzin: I have been there for a little while, so I can say that I have observed other fighters. My style is my style and I have always had my way of doing business in the ring. I might have picked up a few fine points that I appreciated.

But even the recent program that I have undergone, like strength training and training program, I have actually picked up from Russian boxers, former amateur champions and other boxers from Russia that have helped me become stronger and quicker and more prepared for this fight than I have ever been in a fight in the past.

As far as sparring partners goes, I do not like revealing names, but I have had a nice variety of sparring partners, different styles from different countries and one young kid who is an amateur, but has been giving me some great looks from a boxer’s point of view.

So I feel I have definitely benefited from that particular gym as well as the training program that I have instituted from my own country.

13th Round: Do you feel that Cory Spinks is taking this fight too lightly? If so, do you feel you have the power to stop him by knockout?

Karmanzin: I do not think he is taking it lightly. I told him at our initial press conference, and I still believe it, that I think he is making a mistake.

I think he is making a bad career decision. I think he could have stayed at 147 and still become champion for many years to come.

As far as whether I feel I have the strength to knock him out, I never look for a knockout, but if the opening happens, then I will not hesitate to finish the job and I certainly feel I have the strength to do so.

Karmanzin: Closing coments, I wish everyone good health, good fortune and good luck, and mainly, if you are a fan of boxing, that you become a fan of the art of boxing because it really is an art and a wonderful sport. I intend to show the world what a great art it is.

13th Round: for Cory Spinks: After the Zab Judah fight, a lot of writers seemed to turn on you a little bit. Do you feel like you are going to be the underdog in this fight?

Spinks: Yes, of course. It motivates me more to go in there and prove them wrong.

13th Round: Not looking past Roman by any means, but would you fight Zab Judah again at Madison Square Garden?

Spinks: Man, I am not even worried about Zab. That is going backwards.

13th Round: Do you agree with Your #15th ranking by the IBF?

Spinks: You know, to me that dont really matter, none of that is important once your in the ring ready to fight.

Cunningham and Spinks Closing Comments: I just want to tell all the fans in St. Louis to make sure you get your ticket. Do not wait until the last minute because Cory is going to put on a spectacular performance. You want to see this fight. Being in St. Louis, you have an opportunity to see it live so get on down to the Savvis Center and get your tickets because it is going to be an explosion on July 8.



		Interview by "Diamond" During Showtime Boxing's National Conference Call Roman Karmanzin and Cory Spinks pre-fight interview before there bout on July 8th 13th Round: You guys mentioned that you are training at Freddie Roach’s gym. Being there, has that added any new dimensions to your fighting style? Who are some of the sparring partners you have been working with? Karmanzin: I have been there for a little while, so I can say that I have observed other fighters. My style is my style and I have always had my way of doing business in the ring. I might have picked up a few fine points that I appreciated. But even the recent program that I have undergone, like strength training and training program, I have actually picked up from Russian boxers, former amateur champions and other boxers from Russia that have helped me become stronger and quicker and more prepared for this fight than I have ever been in a fight in the past. As far as sparring partners goes, I do not like revealing names, but I have had a nice variety of sparring partners, different styles from different countries and one young kid who is an amateur, but has been giving me some great looks from a boxer’s point of view. So I feel I have definitely benefited from that particular gym as well as the training program that I have instituted from my own country. 13th Round: Do you feel that Cory Spinks is taking this fight too lightly? If so, do you feel you have the power to stop him by knockout? Karmanzin: I do not think he is taking it lightly. I told him at our initial press conference, and I still believe it, that I think he is making a mistake. I think he is making a bad career decision. I think he could have stayed at 147 and still become champion for many years to come. As far as whether I feel I have the strength to knock him out, I never look for a knockout, but if the opening happens, then I will not hesitate to finish the job and I certainly feel I have the strength to do so. Karmanzin: Closing coments, I wish everyone good health, good fortune and good luck, and mainly, if you are a fan of boxing, that you become a fan of the art of boxing because it really is an art and a wonderful sport. I intend to show the world what a great art it is. 13th Round: for Cory Spinks: After the Zab Judah fight, a lot of writers seemed to turn on you a little bit. Do you feel like you are going to be the underdog in this fight? Spinks: Yes, of course. It motivates me more to go in there and prove them wrong. 13th Round: Not looking past Roman by any means, but would you fight Zab Judah again at Madison Square Garden? Spinks: Man, I am not even worried about Zab. That is going backwards. 13th Round: Do you agree with Your #15th ranking by the IBF? Spinks: You know, to me that dont really matter, none of that is important once your in the ring ready to fight. Cunningham and Spinks Closing Comments: I just want to tell all the fans in St. Louis to make sure you get your ticket. Do not wait until the last minute because Cory is going to put on a spectacular performance. You want to see this fight. Being in St. Louis, you have an opportunity to see it live so get on down to the Savvis Center and get your tickets because it is going to be an explosion on July 8.
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