Gennady Golovkin parts ways with trainer Abel Sanchez

In a surprise move, boxing star Gennady Golovkin announced that he will no longer be working with trainer Abel Sanchez.  The two had formed a highly successful team for many years, as Golovkin blossomed under Sanchez's tutelage.

Golovkin, who recently signed a large deal to showcase his fights on DAZN, issued the following statement on the matter:

"I would like to announce that I have made a major decision for myself and for my career.  I want to build on what I have already achieved and continue to better myself.  Therefore, I will not be training with Abel Sanchez.  This was not an easy decision for me and it is not a reflection on Abel's professional abilities.  He is a great trainer, a loyal trainer, and a Hall of Fame trainer.

I will be announcing my new trainer at a later date.  But today, I want to thank Abel for the lessons he taught me in boxing."

Other outlets have reported that the dispute was over money, as Sanchez allegedly was insulted by the  small amount Golovkin offered him to continue as his trainer.

Golovkin presumably is aiming for a third clash with rival Canelo Alvarez, and perhaps he also feels the need to have a new voice in his corner.  In their second fight, Alvarez adjusted his tactics and fought more aggressively, and Triple G struggled a bit trying to adapt to his opponent's changes.

Golovkin already has a fight scheduled on June 8 against Steve Rolls.  He will need to act fast to find a new trainer and start a proper training camp.

By Staff of TheDailySportsHerald.com