It's an honor fighting on his birthday, because of what he did for my idol, my hero, Joe Louis,

Schmeling was a great hero and he was a great benefactor, ... But on Wednesday it comes down to who wants it most. It's not about the title. It's about the life of my family.

I don't think Joe Louis could take the punches today fighting in this era.

It was just my willpower, my determination. I had to wait a long time,

Whoever you think can beat me, just put them in front of me and ring the bell. I talk with my fists.

I want to give applause to Hamburg and the German people for being so wonderful to me during my visit. I will never forget my time here.