According to documents filed by the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in Las Vegas on 3/2026, Floyd Mayweather Jr. is subject to a government "tax lien" on his personal assets. This lien relates to unpaid taxes from 2018 and 2023. The former boxer's legal representatives declined to comment on the matter.

A tax lien allows the US government to prioritize payment from Mayweather's assets, while also restricting his ability to transfer or sell them. If the debt persists, this measure could escalate to asset seizure, impacting his financial holdings.

This is not Mayweather's first encounter with tax issues. He previously faced liens of 22,5 million USD in 2015 and 7,2 million USD in 2010. While past debts were resolved over time, the recurring collection efforts highlight ongoing problems in the 1977-born boxer's tax management.

Boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. raises his hand during a press conference before an exhibition match against John Gotti III in Mexico City, Mexico, on 23/8/2024. *Photo: Reuters*

According to US media, Mayweather's financial situation is no longer as stable as it once was, despite career earnings estimated between 1,1 billion and 1,4 billion USD. Beyond tax debt, the undefeated boxer faces the risk of losing several properties due to delayed financial obligations, along with lawsuits related to unpaid bills for luxury items like watches and jewelry. Logan Paul also accused Mayweather of failing to pay approximately 1,5 million USD from their 2021 exhibition bout.

Conversely, Mayweather maintains his financial standing through investments and claims to possess substantial assets. Last year, he posted a video stating he had purchased 62 buildings with over 1,000 apartments in Manhattan, New York, for an approximate total value of 402 million USD. The boxer claimed these properties would generate millions of USD in rental income monthly, though these figures remain unverified.

Mayweather's recent actions partly reflect a need to generate cash flow. In 2/2026, he sued former television partner Showtime, seeking 340 million USD in compensation, alleging misappropriation of revenue from a 2013 broadcast contract. Showtime denied these allegations.

Soon after, Mayweather announced his return to professional boxing after nearly nine years of retirement. He is expected to rematch Manny Pacquiao in 9/2026 in Las Vegas, although details regarding the nature of the fight remain unconfirmed between the two parties. Previously, Mayweather had also scheduled exhibition bouts with Mike Tyson and kickboxer Mike Zambidis in Africa and Europe. Each of his appearances typically generates tens, or even hundreds of millions of USD from ticket sales and television rights.

However, financial pressure stems not only from income but also from his spending and investment patterns. Mayweather is known for his lavish lifestyle, owning a private jet, numerous supercars, and luxury properties. Some assets, including the "Air Mayweather" jet and properties in Beverly Hills and Miami, are reportedly sold recently.

Hoang An (based on Ring, Black Enterprise)