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Larry Holmes (born November 3, 1949) is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1973 to 2002 and was world heavyweight champion from 1978 until 1985. He is often considered to be one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time.
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May 29, 2024 · Larry Holmes, American heavyweight boxing champion of the late 1970s and early ’80s who was known for his solid defense. He retired with a record of 69 wins (44 by knockout) and 6 losses. Learn more about Holmes’s life and career, including his notable matches.
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Jul 24, 2023 · Known for his elite jab and impressive title defense record. Holmes famously ended Muhammad Ali's career, Fought wars against Shavers and Ken Norton, an ...more. Today's video examines the career...
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Nov 3, 2021 · Larry Holmes turns 72 today, and is perhaps the most under-appreciated heavyweight great in boxing history. Cast as the villain in the post-Muhammad Ali landscape of 80s boxing, Holmes was a magisterial presence, turning away pretenders with the finest jab the sport has ever seen.
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Sep 25, 2023 · #Discover the incredible life, historic fights, and lasting legacy of Larry Holmes, one of boxing's all-time greats! From humble beginnings to becoming the u...
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