Muhammad Ali Skates on the Cusp of Farce
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In the summer of 1972, Muhammed Ali fought in the unlikely venue of Croke Park in Dublin, at the headquarters of the Gaelic Athletic Association. His opponent was an ex-con called Al "Blue" Lewis. And their fight was co-promoted by restless impresario and strongman "Butty" Sugrue. This is their story...
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