Trinidad's boxing future in doubt

Winky ruins Trinidad return

Felix Trinidad has hinted that he may now retire from boxing after his father and trainer opted to leave his corner.

"Tito" initially ruled out retirement after a humbling loss to Winky Wright in a WBC middleweight title eliminator.

But "Don" Felix Trinidad Senior's decision provoked an emotional U-turn from his son, who said: "If you aren't here, I'm not continuing in boxing."

Trinidad has held world titles at three weights and had lost just one fight - to Bernard Hopkins - before Saturday.

"The fighter who beats me has to be one of the best in the world, and Wright is one of the best," said the Puerto Rican of his second career defeat.

If the re-match doesn't happen, then yes I'll fight the winner of Hopkins v Taylor Winky Wright

"He has an uncomfortable style and a stiff jab. I was in the best condition ever and couldn't land power punches."

Wright claimed an emphatic points win in Las Vegas and may now look to fight the winner of Hopkins' middleweight defense against Jermain Taylor.

"I don't know what's next. Don King will deliver us another big fight," said the 33-year-old, who has won 49 of 52 fights.

"If the re-match doesn't happen, then yes I'll fight the winner of Hopkins v Taylor. I am a man of my word and Trinidad's a great champion."