I know it may seem wrong for my favorite memory of him to be a loss, but the heart he showed against Mayweather made me an instant fan of the guy, and I've been a fan ever since seeing it.

His courage was incredible. Floyd was giving him a heavy beating and totally outclassing him, but for all the punishment he was taking, quitting wasn't even an option for him. Even though his corner did the right thing, he was angry that they stopped the fight. He was willing to go out on his shield, and thats what you call a warrior. He had the heart of a champion.

I can also fondly think back on his victories over Casamayor, Derrick Gainer, Popo Frietas and his domination of Angel Manfredy. And who can forget his two wars with Castillo in 2005. When boxing really needed some great fights, Castillo and Corrales were there to deliver the goods.