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George Foreman's comeback was the worst thing to ever happen to HW boxing, because it made every old, fat, washed up former champ think they had a chance to reclaim their former glory well into their 40s and 50s, and all they do is end up embarrassing themselves and losing more brain cells because Foreman was the one in a million exception to the rule.

In retrospect, there's no arguing with that line of thinking. At the time, we all marveled at Big George, and what he was able to accomplish at that age and after such a long layoff. But you're right... it opened the barn doors for all the HW retirees and their unfortunate comebacks.
It worked for George, and as much of a circus as it was its a testament to his game and preparation that he went as far as he did the second time around. The man totally reworked his approach physically and mentally. Unlike other bloaters hoping for the quick grab..George did it right..and smart. It wasn't just limited to hvys as we know. There's was no sadder sight that a great like Arguello coming back at that time and losing to a guy in pink satin trunks with a Fonzie hairdo.