Maxboxing mourns the passing of George Foreman, one of many greatest punchers, and after an unbelievable comeback, two-time heavyweight champion.
Foreman captured Olympic gold on the 1968 Olympic Video games. He turned skilled in 1970 and stormed the heavyweight division, ultimately beautiful Joe Frazier to win the heavyweight title three years later. He stop the ring in 1977.
Foreman’s comeback in 1987 was sudden. He regained the heavyweight championship by defeating defending champion Michael Mooer in 1994. Foreman was behind on the scorecards when the knockout occurred. At 45, he was the oldest heavyweight champion in historical past.
Mentioned Prime Rank Chairman Bob Arum, “George was an ideal pal to not solely myself however to my complete household. We’ve misplaced a member of the family and are completely devastated.”
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