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Kenneth Howard Norton Sr. (August 9, 1943 – September 18, 2013) was an American professional boxer who competed from 1967 to 1981. He was awarded the WBC world heavyweight championship in 1978, after winning a close split decision over Jimmy Young in a title eliminator bout, after which Leon Spinks refused to fight with him.
Eliminator for WBC Heavyweight Title. Shortly after this fight, Norton was awarded the WBC title as Leon Spinks chose to defend against Muhammad Ali instead of Norton, who was their #1 contender. 1977-09-14.
Sep 19, 2013 · Ken Norton Jr., a coach with the Seattle Seahawks, confirmed his father's death to The Associated Press before handing the phone to his wife, too distraught to talk.
Sep 18, 2013 · Forty years after rising to the top of the boxing world and outdueling Muhammad Ali, Ken Norton lost his final fight – a battle following a stroke – at a Nevada medical facility, a friend said.
Mar 31, 2020 · On this day in 1973, Ken Norton delivered one of the greatest upsets in boxing history by breaking Muhammad Ali's jaw.
Jun 9, 2023 · Fight: Ken Norton. Date/ Location: June 9, 1978/ Caesars Palace, Sports Pavilion, Las Vegas. Distance: 15 rounds. World Titles: WBC heavyweight (held by Norton) Records: Holmes (27-0, 19 KOs),...
Sep 19, 2013 · Sept. 18, 2013. Ken Norton, who had three memorable fights with Muhammad Ali, breaking Ali’s jaw in winning their first bout, then losing twice, and who went on to become the World Boxing...
Sep 19, 2013 · Norton, who died on Wednesday at the age of 70, was a central player in heavyweight boxing's greatest era.
Oct 2, 2017 · Kenneth Howard Norton is a former WBC Heavyweight Champion. He is best known for his trilogy with three-time World Heavyweight Champion Muhammad Ali . Norton was born August 9, 1943, in Jacksonville, Illinois. He was an outstanding athlete at Jacksonville High School, participating in baseball, basketball, football and track.
Sep 19, 2013 · 2013Sep 19. Ken Norton, former heavyweight boxing champion, dies aged 70 Subscribe to the Guardian HERE: http://bitly.com/UvkFpD Ken Norton, the boxer who broke Muhammad Ali's jaw during a...
