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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Alex Pattle

Jake Paul and Mike Tyson draw criticism from boxing fans over Donald Trump ball video

Jake Paul and Mike Tyson have drawn criticism from boxing fans again, after the YouTube star labelled himself and the heavyweight legend “best friends”.

A video on Paul’s Instagram showed the 28-year-old hoisting Tyson, 58, onto his shoulders at one of Donald Trump’s inaugural balls, after the latter was sworn in for his second term as US President. “Best friends @miketyson,” read Paul’s caption.

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