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“I said to myself, 'the champion of the whole world can whoop every man in Russia, every man in America, every man in China, every man in Japan, every man in Europe - every man in the whole world'.It sounds big, didn't it? So I kept working until I did it.”

Quote by Muhammad Ali

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Muhammad Ali, born Cassius Clay, was one of the greatest professional boxers in American history. Born on January 17, 1942, and passing away on June 3, 2016, Ali was renowned for his unique boxing style, exceptional athletic ability, and extraordinary personality. He won multiple world heavyweight boxing championships during his career and became a legendary figure in sports due to his remarkable achievements and character. more

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