Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Muhammad Ali hits 70

Muhammad Ali




Boxer, social activist and icon to millions, sporting great Muhammad Ali today celebrates his 70th birthday. Born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. on January 17, 1942 in Louisville, Kentucky in the heart America's segregated south, Ali rose to global fame as a charismatic individual who was always up for a fight - whether it be inside or outside the ring.
 
In 1963, Cassius Clay faced a highly-anticipated fight against British boxing great Henry Cooper at London's Wembley Stadium. Despite being floored by 'Enry's 'Ammer', Clay came out victorious after a deep cut ended Cooper's challenge in the fifth.
 
 
Source: msn.com

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