Floyd Mayweather faces felony charges over alleged $200,000 watch incident

Floyd Mayweather is facing two felony charges in a Nevada court related to the alleged purchase of a $200,000 watch in December 2024. The charges include felony theft and passing a check with intent to defraud, which carry potential prison sentences ranging from one to 20 years. Mayweather, 49, continues to be active in combat sports and is scheduled for an exhibition match against Mike Zambidis this weekend in Athens, Greece. Recently, he also filed a $175 million lawsuit and faces various financial difficulties, including a tax lien from the IRS for unpaid taxes. Legal proceedings will unfold as he prepares for upcoming matches, including a rematch against Manny Pacquiao later this year.

• 10:48 PMYahoo Sports — Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather is facing 2 felony charges, could go to jail