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Corey Marksman Reveals What Happened Sparring Shakur Stevenson Before His Title Win
👉 Subscribe for more interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@WeighingInWithTravisHartman?sub_confirmation=1 ___________________________________________________________ Corey Marksman is back — and this time, he’s a champion.
In this episode, Corey breaks down his journey from undefeated prospect to winning his first WBA title, what it felt like hearing “and new…”, and why the moment didn’t change who he is. We dive deep into: Sparring with elite fighters like Shakur Stevenson The mindset needed to become a champion Behind-the-scenes sacrifices fans never see His full breakdown of the title fight What’s next on the path to a world title This is a raw, honest conversation about what it really takes to make it in boxing — mentally, physically, and financially. If you’re chasing greatness in any field, this one’s for you.
👇 Drop a comment: What stood out most from Corey’s mindset?
00:00 – Intro + “You’re in the big leagues now”
01:05 – Becoming WBA Champion: “It felt meant to be”
03:30 – The moment they announced “And New…”
05:10 – Growth since last appearance
07:00 – Training in Vegas with Shakur Stevenson
10:00 – Realizing “I belong at the elite level”
12:30 – Inside Shakur’s mindset & sparring experience
16:00 – Problem-solving in the ring (no coaching mentality)
19:00 – Fight week mindset before first title fight
22:00 – Weight cut, preparation & staying at 135
24:30 – The 135 division landscape
27:00 – Full breakdown of the title fight
30:30 – Adjustments + jab dominance vs lefty
34:00 – Why he couldn’t get the knockout
37:00 – Grading his own performance (C+ honesty)
40:00 – Champion mindset & constant self-improvement
43:00 – Is there a target on his back now?
45:30 – Sacrifices behind the scenes (family, life, money)
49:00 – The reality of boxing finances
52:00 – Support system & emotional moments after win
55:00 – Thinking of his grandmother after the victory
57:00 – First phone call after becoming champion
59:00 – Rapid fire questions 🔥
1:03:30 – Future goals: belt collecting & world title vision
1:06:00 – Dream fights & calling out Lucas Body
1:08:30 – Final message: belief & mindset
1:09:50 – “When everything is on the line…”
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👉 Subscribe for more interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@WeighingInWithTravisHartman?sub_confirmation=1 ___________________________________________________________ Corey Marksman is back — and this time, he’s a champion.
In this episode, Corey breaks down his journey from undefeated prospect to winning his first WBA title, what it felt like hearing “and new…”, and why the moment didn’t change who he is. We dive deep into: Sparring with elite fighters like Shakur Stevenson The mindset needed to become a champion Behind-the-scenes sacrifices fans never see His full breakdown of the title fight What’s next on the path to a world title This is a raw, honest conversation about what it really takes to make it in boxing — mentally, physically, and financially. If you’re chasing greatness in any field, this one’s for you.
👇 Drop a comment: What stood out most from Corey’s mindset?
00:00 – Intro + “You’re in the big leagues now”
01:05 – Becoming WBA Champion: “It felt meant to be”
03:30 – The moment they announced “And New…”
05:10 – Growth since last appearance
07:00 – Training in Vegas with Shakur Stevenson
10:00 – Realizing “I belong at the elite level”
12:30 – Inside Shakur’s mindset & sparring experience
16:00 – Problem-solving in the ring (no coaching mentality)
19:00 – Fight week mindset before first title fight
22:00 – Weight cut, preparation & staying at 135
24:30 – The 135 division landscape
27:00 – Full breakdown of the title fight
30:30 – Adjustments + jab dominance vs lefty
34:00 – Why he couldn’t get the knockout
37:00 – Grading his own performance (C+ honesty)
40:00 – Champion mindset & constant self-improvement
43:00 – Is there a target on his back now?
45:30 – Sacrifices behind the scenes (family, life, money)
49:00 – The reality of boxing finances
52:00 – Support system & emotional moments after win
55:00 – Thinking of his grandmother after the victory
57:00 – First phone call after becoming champion
59:00 – Rapid fire questions 🔥
1:03:30 – Future goals: belt collecting & world title vision
1:06:00 – Dream fights & calling out Lucas Body
1:08:30 – Final message: belief & mindset
1:09:50 – “When everything is on the line…”