

RENO, Nev. – Last month, inside a UFC gym tucked in a strip mall in western Nevada, Saul “Canelo” Álvarez patiently went through the motions. Not in the ring—where Álvarez has built an enviable career, racking up 63 wins and championships in four divisions—but outside it. It’s media day here and a dozen or so outlets are waiting for their 10 minutes with boxing’s biggest star.