Classy Clottey phones BT from Africa to extend condolences to Corrales family

By G. Leon

08/05/2007

Classy Clottey phones BT from Africa to extend condolences to Corrales family

World class welterweight Joshua Clottey, the last man to share a ring with former two-division champion Diego "Chico" Corrales, showed he's all class as he contacted Boxingtalk from Africa moments ago. Clottey had just heard the tragic news that Corrales, 29, was involved in a motorcycle accident in Las Vegas and was pronounced dead at the scene.  "I am devastated by this," said Clottey. "I am very sad and I want his family to know that I have love for them and I am here if they need me. Diego was a true warrior and this is a very sad day for me." Clottey defeated Corrales over ten brutal rounds barely a month ago.