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He is saying that people are less interested in him as a private person than in his ring persona, "The Hayemaker." He suggests that his public image is built around being exciting and delivering powerful performances. The quote separates the man from the brand the audience expects to see.
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Originally said in English.
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About David Haye
British former professional boxer
David Haye is a British former professional boxer, active from 2002 to 2018. He is known for winning major titles in both the cruiserweight and heavyweight divisions, and for being the first British boxer to reach the final of the World Championships as an amateur. Haye held the European cruiserweight title from 2005 to 2007, then the unified and Ring magazine cruiserweight championship from 2007 to 2008. He later won the WBA heavyweight title from 2009 to 2011. As an amateur, he earned a silver medal at the 2001 World Championships.
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