By David Sydney
—Well, that’s it, sports fans! A knockout, 58 seconds into the first round. Before I interview the Champ, let’s see if I can make my way there, see how the challenger saw the fight. Otto? Can you hear me?
—Whaa?
—Otto, does 58 seconds set a record for you as it does for the Champ?
—Huh?
—Was it the left hook or the right cross that did the damage? Can you remember?
—Left?
—Or, right?
—Right?
—Right, Otto. Or didn’t you see the punch?
—Punch? What punch?
—Well, thanks, Otto. We just wanted to get your take on the fight.
—What?
This is real funny, giving me a good laugh. Poor guy, what a concussion.
Thank you. It’s no fun to lose.
If boxing is a sport, it is not particularly sporting. Good story.
Thank you. A lot of people try to get around Marquis of Queensbury rules.
That made me smile… kudos…
was hard not to smile…
I interpret this as showing the intrusive and heartless media, it’s deep.
It’s funny, yet leaves me feeling sad at the same time. Nice writing.
Very clever! And, sadly, too true. I really enjoyed your story.
Ha ha, well done
Brilliant, all done with dialogue and what wonderful use of words.
I actually didn’t find it funny, but very well-written on a topic that’s viewed from so many varied perspectives, as reflected in the comments.
Excellent job.