Larry Holmes, the legendary heavyweight champion, commemorates a significant milestone today as he turns 75 years old. This date is even more poignant considering that Holmes competed in exactly 75 professional bouts during his illustrious career. His tenure in the ring, spanning from 1973 to 2002, left a lasting impact on the sport and forged
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The 1970s marked a defining decade in the world of boxing, characterized by intense competition, memorable matchups, and towering personalities that changed the sport forever. It was a time when fighters like Muhammad Ali, Joe Frazier, and George Foreman commanded attention, their bouts weaving themselves into the fabric of sports history. These athletes didn’t just
George Foreman and Larry Holmes, two legendary boxers from the heavyweight division, had contrasting paths in their careers. While George achieved early success with an Olympic gold medal and victories over renowned fighters like Joe Frazier in the early 1970s, Larry Holmes took a slower approach to his boxing career, turning pro in 1973 after