A European titleholder as well, he twice went the distance with Ali and once with Joe Frazier, losing those bouts but gaining respect.
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At China’s Humanoid Robot Games, Athletes Fell Down a Lot
The Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing — featuring running, kickboxing and soccer — highlighted advancements in robotics. Limitations, too.
Julio César Chávez Jr. Expected to be Deported, Sheinbaum Says
The well-known Mexican boxer was detained by U.S. immigration agents in California on Wednesday, days after fighting a high-profile contest against the former YouTuber Jake Paul.
The Foreman-Ali Rumble That Changed Their Careers, and Congo
Half a century ago, the “Rumble in the Jungle” became not just a fight between George Foreman and Muhammad Ali, but a cultural touchstone.
Saudi Arabia May Partner With UFC Owner TKO to Create Boxing League
A company owned by the country’s sovereign wealth fund is poised to team up with TKO, which owns Ultimate Fighting Championship, the kingdom’s latest foray into pro sports.
Jake Paul Lends His Celebrity (Some of It) to Olympic Boxing
Paul, a social media influencer and boxer, usually promotes professional fighting. Now he’s in a partnership with U.S.A. Boxing, but his output in Paris has been minimal.
Olympic Medals Offer Ukraine a Brief Respite From War
Ukraine has won 10 medals so far at the Paris Olympics. Each has been celebrated in the war-torn country as a symbol of resilience and defiance.
Olympic Boxer Imane Khelif Will Fight For a Gold Medal On Friday
Imane Khelif, of Algeria, moved past questions about her eligibility with a unanimous decision over her Thai opponent. She will now fight for a gold medal.
Boxing Officials Offer Little Clarity on Olympic Eligibility Dispute
Two Olympians whose eligibility to compete as women at the Paris Games has come under scrutiny will fight for medals on Tuesday.
Boxer Iman Khelif Clinches Medal Amid Olympic Eligibility Fight
Imane Khelif advanced to the semifinals, ensuring she will leave the Paris Games with at least a bronze medal.