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The Forgotten Champion Who Challenged Muhammad Ali and Ruled His Era
In 1980, Holmes faced his former mentor and friend Muhammad Ali in a fight loaded with symbolism ... a record only surpassed by Joe Louis. He faced big names like Gerry Cooney, Tim Witherspoon ...
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Movement in the Ring: Boxing's Role in American Social Change
Boxing has long been more than just a sport; it's a platform for change. From the civil rights movement to modern-day equality battles, boxers have used their influence to champion social causes, ...
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Ghost in the House
Twenty years after Johnson lost the heavyweight title to Jess Willard, a talented young boxer from Detroit named Joe Louis began ... 1968 heavyweight boxer Muhammad Ali came to see the play.