David Diamante seriously injured after motorcycle wreck
By: Hans Themistode
Before each Boxing event in Matchroom, David Diamante walks to the center of the ring, grabs a microphone and introduces each boxer. While his quote “the fight begins now” has become one of the more recognizable phrases in all of boxing, it’s now turning into something of a real life. his personal.
As first reported by BoxingScene.com, Diamante suffered serious injuries following a motorcycle accident earlier this week in Brooklyn, New York. Among his long list of injuries were multiple rib fractures and spinal fractures.
Not long after the wreck, Diamante underwent five hours of surgery at NYU Langone Medical Hospital. Since then, doctors have inserted countless rods, screws and cadaver parts into his spine.
Although Diamante’s injury is said to be serious, the world-famous broadcaster remains optimistic. However, he admits that his recovery time has been a long and arduous one.
“It’s going to be a tough road,” Diamante said earlier today. “It is a serious injury and recovery will take some time. This will be a struggle. I will have to learn how to walk again, and right now risk complications. But I have a positive attitude and will be back as soon as possible.”