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  1. Michael Spinks (born July 13, 1956) [a] is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1977 to 1988. He held world championships in two weight classes, including the undisputed light heavyweight title from 1983 to 1985, and the lineal heavyweight title from 1985 to 1988.

  2. Apr 29, 2024 · Michael Spinks (born July 13, 1956, St. Louis, Mo., U.S.) is an American boxer who was both the light heavyweight (1981–85) and heavyweight (1985–88) world champion and an Olympic gold medalist (1976). He and Leon Spinks became the first brothers to win gold medals in the same sport at the same Olympics and the first brothers to win world ...

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  3. Jun 30, 2018 · The former boxing champ, who retired undefeated after losing to Tyson in 91 seconds, was honored at a Wilmington bar. Spinks, who lives in Greenville, said he had no regrets and felt good about his career and life.

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  4. Michael Spinks. Cooney down twice rd 5. MacDonald down twice in the 5th, once in the 7th and 8th. Spinks ruled down rd 8. Sutherland was knocked down in the 8th round. Referee Tony Perez scored it Spinks-7, Sutherland-2, 1 Even.

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  5. 4 Professional Record. 5 Notes. Amateur Career. Spinks vs. Ryszard Pasiewicz at the 1976 Olympics. Amateur Record: 93-7 (35 KO) 1974 National Golden Gloves Light Middleweight Champion (156 lbs) in Denver, Colorado. Results: Defeated Tom Werlinger on points. Defeated Wilber Cameron on points.

  6. May 27, 2024 · Michael Spinks's journey through the heavyweight division may have begun with an improbable triumph, but it culminated in a battle he could not win. Despite the challenges he faced, Spinks remains an enduring figure in the rich tapestry of boxing history.

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  8. Michael Spinks was a light heavyweight and heavyweight champion who beat Larry Holmes twice but lost to Mike Tyson. Read his reflections on the best and worst fighters he faced in 10 categories.

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