Recently the sport of boxing lost one its legends in the form of Leon Spinks.
The former heavyweight champion passed on from this Earth following a battle with cancer.
Aged 67.
Leon was part of a famed United States Olympic team that saw him capture Olympic Gold for his country.
He was also the brother of Michael Spinks.
A well regarded champion in his own right.
A world champion at light-heavyweight and heavyweight no less.
Like his brother Leon, also an Olympic Gold winner.
A tremendously successful family in the sport when you weigh up their ton of achievements.
Michael tweeted the following which has gotten a great response so far:
Good stuff.
Rest in peace Leon Spinks.
For those unfamiliar with his career check out the following, worth a watch:
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