Heavyweight boxer. He quickly climbed positions in the international rankings. He fought with Mohammad Ali in 1962, losing by KO on September 21 of that year. In combat with John Riggins, in Los Angeles, fell in the 6th round and was lying on the canvas for 10 minutes. Operated on the brain, and was found to suffer a stroke. He was moved to Argentina, where he died after 19 months of agony. His case led to great discussions around the world about the humanity of boxing.
Heavyweight boxer. He quickly climbed positions in the international rankings. He fought with Mohammad Ali in 1962, losing by KO on September 21 of that year. In combat with John Riggins, in Los Angeles, fell in the 6th round and was lying on the canvas for 10 minutes. Operated on the brain, and was found to suffer a stroke. He was moved to Argentina, where he died after 19 months of agony. His case led to great discussions around the world about the humanity of boxing.
Sponsored by Ancestry
Advertisement
Advertisement
