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Quote Originally Posted by TitoFan View Post
What is overlooked here is that Ali's insults were mostly childish, prank-like. Countless fighters since then, and nowadays, say much worse things. But we conveniently forget because we're too busy attacking Ali, who has long since become something of an elder statesman, loved and respected by many.

What about Margarito and Rios making fun of Roach's Parkinson's disease. I think this is ten times worse than waving a toy gorilla at Frazier. What about Tyson telling Lewis he was going to eat his children? What about everything that comes out of Broner's mouth?

I think we've lost a little perspective here.
Seems like it started with Ali, doesn't it. Another strike against the disrespectful prick.


Actualyl it didn't start with Ali He openly admits he copied Gorgeous George the wrestler. He saw that everywhere George fought the place was packed. Some were there to see him win but most were there to see him lose They all bought a ticket
Everyone that really knows will tell you that bravado was all an act. Ali was really a quiet reserved almost shy sort of guy