Larry Holmes

Larry HolmesMy sporting idol

World Heavyweight Champion 1978-1985

A professional record of 69 win and 6 loses.

Won the Heavyweight title by defeating Ken Norton 1978 in a 15 round slugfest.

Defending his title a record 20 times, including a win over a faded Muhammad Ali

Born and raised in Easton Pennsylvania, USA. Nicknamed the Easton Assassin

His 1982 super fight against Gerry Cooney was one of the highest grossing fights of all time

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The HBO tale of Larry Holmes v Gerry Cooney.Source: Youtube.com

Larry Holmes v Tim Witherspoon round 9, 1983. Ring Magazines round of the year! Watch here!Source: Youtube.com

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