Mike Tyson’s battle with sciatica has been widely acknowledged. This condition, notorious for inducing excruciating pain in the lower back and leg, has visibly affected the former boxing champ.
His public struggle with sciatica was highlighted when he was spotted in a wheelchair at Miami Airport, where he candidly disclosed his ailment.
Recently, an old video depicting Tyson attempting a skateboarding trick resurfaced online. The clip, taken from an episode featuring Tony Hawk on Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson, showcased the boxing icon’s endeavor to execute a stunt on a skateboard.
However, his lack of prowess led to a tumble backward. Fortunately, a nearby sofa broke his fall, sparing him from serious injury. Despite reassuring his wife immediately after the fall, Tyson later admitted that the mishap exacerbated his existing back issues, leaving a lasting impact.
In his characteristic manner, Tyson shrugged off any regret for the failed stunt, attributing his actions to a desire to flaunt his flair. The revived clip reignited discussions among fans, who couldn’t help but react to the spectacle.
Amidst the amusement, fans playfully bantered about Tyson’s reaction to the mishap. Comments flooded in with humorous takes on his response, with some jesting that Tyson anticipated his wife’s wrath. Others reminisced about Tyson’s past demeanor, suggesting that in his prime, such an embarrassment would have elicited a more severe reaction.
However, amidst the jest, some fans expressed surprise at certain aspects of the video, such as the artificiality of the set. Meanwhile, speculations arose regarding Tyson’s state of mind during the incident, with suggestions ranging from humorous to surreal.
In a final note of observation, one commenter pointed out Tyson’s piercing gaze towards the amused onlookers, implying a less-than-pleased disposition towards those finding humor in his misfortune.