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Roger Mayweather dead: Floyd's uncle and former trainer dies aged 58

Floyd Mayweather works on his timing with Roger Mayweather in 2013 (Image: COURTESY)

Floyd Mayweather's uncle Roger, who also trained the boxing legend, has died.

The 58-year-old, who was also a professional boxer until 1999, is believed to have been suffering from poor health, including diabetes.

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