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“I think a trainer is very important at the beginning of a fighter's career. A fighter needs to know how to throw a left, throw a right, how to duck, how to do certain things. Over time, you don't really need a trainer. You've got to train yourself. You've got to motivate yourself. And I don't think anybody can put that in you.”

Quote by Larry Holmes

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Larry Holmes, born on November 3, 1949, is an American professional boxer renowned for his immense strength and exceptional defensive skills. He is considered one of the greatest heavyweight boxers in the history of the sport. more

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