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“I was on my face. I heard the count from one to 10. I kept telling myself that I had to get up, but I couldn't move. I couldn't make myself move. It was the strangest feeling.”

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Rocky Marciano

Rocky Marciano, born on September 1, 1923, was an American professional boxer renowned for his remarkable achievements in the heavyweight division. He held the heavyweight championship from 1952 to 1956, winning 49 professional fights, 38 of which were knockouts. Marciano's boxing style was characterized by his strength and speed. Tragically, he died in a car accident on August 31, 1969, at the age of 46. more

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