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American boxing legend Muhammad Ali, formerly Cassius Clay
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American boxing legend Muhammad Ali, formerly Cassius Clay
American boxing legend Muhammad Ali, formerly Cassius Clay, use a skipping rope during a training session before his non-title heavyweight fight against Henry Cooper at Wembley Stadium on 18th June.
16th June 1963
Monte Fresco
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
R4668
Media ID 21764175
© Mirrorpix
African American Black American Ethnic Heavy Weight Heavyweight Muhammad Ali Running The Greatest The Louisville Lip 1963
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This print captures the iconic American boxing legend, Muhammad Ali, in his early days as Cassius Clay. Taken during a training session before his non-title heavyweight fight against Henry Cooper at Wembley Stadium on June 18th, 1963, this image showcases Ali's dedication to his craft. In the photograph, we see Ali gracefully using a skipping rope as part of his rigorous training routine. His focused expression and determined stance reveal the immense discipline and commitment that made him one of the greatest boxers in history. Ali's athleticism is evident as he effortlessly glides through the air with each jump. The intensity radiating from him hints at the fierce competitor within – a force to be reckoned with inside the ring. As an African American athlete during a time of racial tension in America, Ali broke barriers not only with his physical prowess but also with his outspoken nature. Known for his quick wit and sharp tongue, he earned himself the nickname "The Louisville Lip". This photo serves as a reminder of both Ali's athletic brilliance and his role as an influential figure in civil rights activism. Preserved by Monte Fresco's lens, this snapshot transports us back to an era when Muhammad Ali was still forging his path towards becoming "The Greatest" – forever etching himself into boxing history.
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