Ray Mercer vs Tommy Morrison Highlights

WBO Heavyweight Champion Ray “Merciless” Mercer (17-0) defended his title against undefeated challenger Tommy “The Duke” Morrison (28-0) in a high-stakes showdown billed as the “Test of Courage.” Both fighters were Olympic gold medalists — Mercer in 1988, and Morrison a standout amateur known for his explosive power. The turning point came early in Round 5, when Mercer trapped Morrison in the corner and unleashed a brutal 15-punch barrage. Morrison, pinned against the ropes with no defense, absorbed every shot until referee Tony Perez finally stopped the fight 28 seconds into the round. The late stoppage remains one of the most debated moments in boxing history.