Muhammad Ali (born Cassius Marcellus Clay,) was an American Olympic and professional boxer and activist. He is widely regarded as one of the most significant and celebrated sports figures of the 20th century. From early in his career, Ali was known as an inspiring, controversial and polarising figure both inside and outside the ring. (Picture) Cassius Clay World Heavyweight Boxing Champion with Daily Mirror chief sports writer Peter Wilson as they watch the big fight film that showed it was the champ's right that cut Henry Cooper's eye. 24th May 1966

Muhammad Ali (born Cassius Marcellus Clay,) was an American Olympic and professional boxer and activist. He is widely regarded as one of the most significant and celebrated sports figures of the 20th century. From early in his career, Ali was known as an inspiring, controversial and polarising figure both inside and outside the ring. (Picture) Cassius Clay World Heavyweight Boxing Champion with Daily Mirror chief sports writer Peter Wilson as they watch the big fight film that showed it was the champ's right that cut Henry Cooper's eye. 24th May 1966 Stock Photo
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Trinity Mirror / Mirrorpix / Alamy Stock Photo

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M96BCG

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65.8 MB (4.2 MB Compressed download)

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4832 x 4760 px | 40.9 x 40.3 cm | 16.1 x 15.9 inches | 300dpi

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24 May 1966

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