The celestial performer equates to a mere boxer
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Still the same: Stefan Raab struggles against a skilled boxer in the ring. Unusually, the performer runs out of breath swiftly, which negatively impacts his entire boxing performance. However, he also showcases the traits the crowd adores - and generates excitement for his upcoming show.
Once again: Stefan Raab makes his grand return to the RTL prime-time stage - and with a bang. The entertainer puts on a spectacular show. Following a retrospective of his remarkable career, he descends from the heavens into the arena, initially only cloaked in bright light and a boxing robe, then the curtain drops, and Raab unveils - to many, surprisingly - his impressive physique. However, despite looking fit for his age, the 57-year-old seems to have neglected boxing training and conditioning.
Naturally, one should compare his boxing skills to his age. As in their prior encounter 17 years ago, Raab moved well in the initial round, dancing in reverse circles around Regina Halmich, who tried to compensate for the reach gap with swift advances. During this time, Raab displayed his strongest moments by delivering precise jabs that caught Halmich off guard and showed her that the "Killerplautze" had power behind its blows.
However, when the jab missed its mark and Halmich ducked underneath, which she often managed due to her slender build, Raab's guard was down. He likely sustained a cracked rib from one of Halmich's powerful body shots, as his coach suggested afterwards. Raab himself acknowledged this during the post-fight press conference as "a bit sore," which might explain why he felt little pain during the fight.
What Raab lacked most in this fight was endurance. After merely a minute, the 57-year-old appeared exhausted and was panting heavily. He had spent the last 20 minutes performing a dynamic song set, potentially conserving energy for the fight. Without sufficient stamina, Raab struggled to follow up a successful jab with a matching combination using his strong right. Raab's attacks were rare, and the beloved entertainer proved to be a weak opponent for Halmich, who constantly pushed him back.
The indomitable spirit remains
Halmich, on the other hand, impressed in every aspect, leaving no doubt about who the professional boxer and who the exhibition one was in this scenario. For her, Raab was a static target, no more than a living punching bag. Ultimately, the fight served only as a means to an end. The main event was the Raab spectacle, which now climaxes in a new weekly show where the German entertainer will once again face opponents. If a high prize is at stake, perhaps Raab might reconsider including boxing as one of the competitions in his show "You Don't Win the Million."
At least: Raab managed to finish the fight, even though he was counted as standing still once. Evidence of the indomitable spirit that has marked the Raabinator in all his competitive formats over the years. And ultimately, that's what the audience wants to see: a relentless Raab who delivers the big show, whether in victory or defeat. And he certainly did that in the boxing match, albeit not so much with his athletic performance.
In the build-up to his new weekly show, Stefan Raab aims to generate excitement amongst the audience with his entertaining boxing performances. Despite his physical exhaustion during the match, Raab's indomitable spirit shone through, leaving a lasting impression on the spectators.
The entertainment value of Raab's upcoming show is further enhanced by his unexpected boxing displays, providing an exciting contrast to his usual routines.
