Here's a mint program in my #boxing collection from when Leon Spinks pulled one of the biggest upsets in heavyweight history to take the undisputed championship from Muhammad Ali in their first fight -- 45 years ago today.
Leon Spinks upset Muhammad Ali OTD in 1978 to win the heavyweight world title in Las Vegas. Here's most of the 15th round, one of the great final rounds in the history of heavyweight title fights. VC: glashek
🙏 🥊 RIP TO THE HARDEST PUNCHER IN BOXING HISTORY, Earnie Shavers! He was part of our team for a good few years and many of you probably remember seeing him at our Planet Hollywood & Caesars locations over the years! We had some great moments & he will be certainly missed! 🌹
@wbcmoro@nvbhof Thank you @wbcmoro for your incredible speech and belt presentation! You are a living legend! Thank you for all you do in boxing and sports!
Thank you @TonyOrlando for the incredible video you made. You moved a lot of people at Leon’s celebration of life! You were the talk of the town. We love you! ❤️
@banananosekid What’s even worse is the @naacpimageaward even reached out to us last month and told us he would be featured tonight, and that never happened. Very disappointed...shameful is an understatement @NAACP. Guess his gold medal, military service and upset vs. Ali wasn’t enough
Due to COVID restrictions, services to celebrate Leon’s life will be held later in the year. A news release with service details will be distributed when arrangements have been finalized.
🥊 💥 Thanks @TMZ_Sports for the mention of our upcoming autograph signing with The Champ! Head to our website to order an autograph to be signed by Leon Spinks next month at our private signing! https://t.co/639grPk3WE
Enjoyed watching the fights in the company of great friends tonight! 🥊Thanks to Leon, Brenda, Vanessa, Quick and everyone! Love you all! 🙂❤
#boxing#friendship#Legend