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“I have to always make sure I don't stay in one place and spend too much time one subject. I have my wife tell me [through an earpiece], "Come back! You're taking too long on that subject." I need to be reeled in.”

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Mike Tyson, born on June 30, 1966, is a renowned professional boxer from the United States. He achieved great success in the 1980s and early 1990s, becoming a world heavyweight boxing champion. Tyson was known for his powerful punching and unique boxing style, winning the WBA, WBC, WBO, and IBF heavyweight championship titles. more

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