Muhammad Ali
The Greatest heavyweight boxer of all time
Muhammad Ali (born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr.; January 17, 1942 – June 3, 2016) was an American professional boxer and activist. He is often regarded as the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time.
Quick Facts
- Role
- Cultural Icon & Guest Honoree
- Affiliation
- New York City; Madison Square Garden
- Era of prominence
- 1960s - 1970s
- Sport
- Professional Boxing
- Key connection
- Frequent MSG Guest & Civil Rights Symbol
Lore & Background
Ali fought at Madison Square Garden in New York, including a 1963 fight against Doug Jones that was named Fight of the Year by The Ring magazine. He was known for his provocative persona, trash talk, and unorthodox boxing style.
Reader's Guide
Ali was not a basketball player and had no documented affiliation with the New York Knicks. His connection to New York is limited to boxing matches at Madison Square Garden.
Did You Know?
- Ali won a gold medal in the light heavyweight division at the 1960 Summer Olympics.
- He changed his name from Cassius Clay to Muhammad Ali in 1964.
- Ali refused induction into the U.S. military in 1967 due to his religious beliefs and opposition to the Vietnam War.
- He was named Sportsman of the Century by Sports Illustrated in 1999.
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