Wilder apologises for hi ing mascot

Los Angeles – Heavyweight world champion Deontay Wilder apologised on Sunday after unleashing a punch that knocked down the mascot on an ESPN programme.

Wilder, appearing on ESPN Nacion to promote his title fight against Britain’s Tyson Fury on December 1, was asked to demonstrate his punching power by striking the mascot – a man inside a burrito-themed foam costume.

The blow knocked the sombrero-wearing mascot to the ground, although ESPN said reports the man inside the costume suffered a broken jaw were incorrect.

“I sincerely apologise to the brave man that was injured (if this is true),” Wilder wrote on Instagram. “I have the utmost high respect for him, his participation, willingness and courage.

“I personally would like to invite him to my fight.” –