Deontay Wilder was in trouble against Tyson Fury from the very start of their heavyweight championship fight last Saturday night in Las Vegas, and now we’re learning that what he wore into the ring might have had something to do with it.

Well, at least that’s the excuse Wilder is apparently using a few days after the fight.

Wilder wore an elaborate costume into the ring, which weighed 45 pounds.

According to a report by The Athletic, those 45 pounds took a lot out of Wilder’s legs as he made his way to the ring.

— FOR THE WIN