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“Had I had another year, I think I would've beaten [ Harry Carpenter] - and Larry Holmes even said that himself; that if I'd had another year to get ready I'd have beaten him. Me and he are good friends today though, and that fight was a great moment for me. I lost, but then I had to move on and get on with my life.”

Quote by Gerry Cooney

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Gerry Cooney, born on August 4, 1956, is a renowned boxer whose career was marked by remarkable victories and unforgettable moments, becoming a legendary figure in boxing history. more

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