'Money' Mayweather Spends $7Mil at Gucci Store in Johannesburg During 'Motherland Tour'

'Money' Mayweather Spends $7Mil at Gucci Store in Johannesburg During 'Motherland Tour'

Isaac Darko
updated at July 21, 2023 at 7:07 AM
  • Floyd Mayweather recently touched down in South Africa as part of his Motherland Tour
  • The legendary American boxer reportedly dropped $7 million at the Italian fashion store
  • Mayweather’s latest tour bears a profound purpose of empowering youth over the world

Boxing legend, Floyd Mayweather, has embarked on an African tour, making stops in various cities across the continent.

The American icon's tour aims to promote local boxers under his brand, The Money Team.

In the past few days, the former Light Middleweight champion made a notable visit to Zimbabwe, accompanied by his entire entourage.

Floyd Mayweather, gucci store, South Africa, Sandton City, Johannesburg
Floyd Mayweather almost bought out the entire Gucci store in Sandton City, Johannesburg. Credit: @marca
Source: Twitter

However, it was Mayweather's extravagant visit to South Africa that captured everyone's attention, as he practically bought out the entire Gucci store during his time there.

A video on Twitter has captured the undefeated boxer leaving the store surrounded by a substantial security detail, a rare sight even for celebrities. What makes this incident truly remarkable is the reason behind it.

According to local reports, as cited by Marca, the 46-year-old departed the store after splurging a staggering amount on his shopping spree - believed to exceed $7 million.

The particular video in question was filmed at a Gucci store situated in Sandton City, Johannesburg.

Mayweather to empower African youths

Meanwhile, beyond the glitz and glamour, Harare reports that Mayweather’s Motherland Tour carries a profound purpose of empowering the youth and inspiring the next generation.

The flamboyant retired boxer intends to spearhead projects aimed at generating job opportunities for young people across Africa, recognising their potential and capacity for greatness.

Mayweather also reportedly plans to make undisclosed donations to both Zimbabwe and South Africa, demonstrating his commitment to giving back to local communities.

Mayweather spotted in Sandton City

It’s not every day that you bump into a superstar while shopping in a mall, yet this was the case for boxing fans who visited Sandton City recently.

As Sports Brief reported, Mayweather was spotted in Johannesburg as the legendary boxer continues his international Motherland Tour.

Floyd Mayweather arrives in Zimbabwe

Earlier, Sports Brief reported on Mayweather touching down in Harare, Zimbabwe, commencing his highly anticipated three-day visit to the African nation.

Money, who was invited to the country by prominent businessman and boxing enthusiast, Scott Sakupwanya, arrived in his private jet worth a cool $50 million.

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Isaac Darko is a La Liga, Ligue 1 and Bundesliga editor at Sports Brief with a Degree in Journalism and Communications from Ghana Institute of Journalism (2010)
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