Haye shocks Valuev to take title

Nuremberg: Britain’s David Haye put on a magnificent performance to claim the WBA heavyweight crown from Russian Nikolay Valuev in Nuremberg.

Haye, 29, won by majority decision, winning the fight on two judges’ scorecards, with the other judge scoring it even. The Londoner, giving away seven stone to his 7ft opponent, fought the perfect fight, staying on the move and making the lumbering Valuev look every one of his 36 years with his speed.“It means everything to me,” said Haye. “From when I was a baby, I said I would be the heavyweight world champion.“It’s a dream come true.I’ve fought the biggest heavyweight champion and caught him with big shots.” I made him look like an amateur. People doubted my skills, but I did enough to win. “Here I am, heavyweight champion of the world and I’m loving it. I’m going to clean up the division.” Bureau Report