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“I'm going to win it for my country. I'm the first Aboriginal to win this. Isn't that something? I wish my Dad was alive to see it. He'd be as proud as I am.”

Quote by Lionel Rose

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Lionel Rose, a renowned boxer, was born on June 21, 1948, and passed away on May 8, 2011. He achieved great success in the boxing world, winning the hearts of countless fans with his exceptional skills and indomitable spirit. more

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