I never lost faith in my abilities, ... Even when things got rough and I wasn't getting any fights, I always believed in myself. I was depressed after not being able to capitalize on being a member of the (1996) Olympic team but I trained hard and worked and waited for my opportunity. I got it against Erik Morales and thankfully, I was able to take advantage of it. I think I'm ready for anyone in the lightweight division now. Anybody they want to put in front of me, let's go.
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