6’3 Angel Reese effortlessly made world champion boxer Terence Crawford seem small in comparison. Just before Crawford’s much-anticipated fight against Canelo Alvarez at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Reese made a memorable impression backstage.
Dressed in a chic black bodysuit paired with heeled boots and carrying a vibrant orange bag for a splash of color, Reese wasn’t merely there to watch a fight. She was there to make a statement. Photographers captured her as she entered Crawford’s locker room, where they greeted each other with a handshake and a warm hug. Fans couldn’t help but notice the size difference; at 5’8, Crawford looked almost diminutive next to Reese, who had to bend down slightly to embrace him.
But her presence wasn’t all about her impressive stature. Reese also brought energy of her own, playfully throwing punches in the air to hype up Crawford before his big entrance. Fans enjoyed the moment, with one even quipping on X (formerly Twitter), “Angel Reese already 1-0 tonight and the fight ain’t even started yet.”
As for Crawford, he performed spectacularly. He moved up two weight classes and surprised the boxing world by defeating Canelo Alvarez to capture the undisputed super middleweight title. While his remarkable victory will be remembered, it was Angel Reese who generated the electric buzz in the hours leading up to the big fight, transforming a brief visit to the locker room into a viral sensation.
