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Henry Cooper at Bellingham in training for his 24th February date at Belle Vue Manchester
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Henry Cooper at Bellingham in training for his 24th February date at Belle Vue Manchester
Henry Cooper at Bellingham in training for his 24th February date at Belle Vue Manchester where he defends his titles against Blackpools Brian London. He trains underneath a pub, The Ship Inn, Bellingham. Pictured, Henry behind the bar of his training HQ pub, pulling half pints of bitter for customers. 4th February 1964
Monte Fresco
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
S1068
Media ID 21753687
© Mirrorpix
Alcohol Drink Drinks Heavy Weight Heavyweight Henry Cooper Kent Public House Speed Ball
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the 1960s, witnessing a remarkable moment in British boxing history. The legendary Henry Cooper is captured at Bellingham, diligently training for his upcoming match against Brian London at Belle Vue Manchester on the 24th of February. What makes this image truly unique is the unexpected setting where Cooper hones his skills - underneath a quaint pub called The Ship Inn. Here, amidst the clinking glasses and lively chatter of customers, we see Henry behind the bar, effortlessly pulling half pints of bitter with a smile on his face. This snapshot perfectly encapsulates Cooper's down-to-earth nature and unwavering dedication to his craft. Despite being a heavyweight champion and an icon in Kent and London, he remains humble enough to train beneath a local watering hole. The speed ball hanging above him serves as a reminder that even within these unconventional surroundings, Cooper never loses sight of his goal - becoming one of Britain's greatest boxers. His focus is unwavering as he balances both worlds: serving patrons their drinks while relentlessly perfecting his technique. Monte Fresco expertly captures this juxtaposition between sport and everyday life in this stunning photograph. It not only immortalizes an iconic figure but also offers us a glimpse into the extraordinary world that exists beneath ordinary places like pubs – where dreams are forged through sweat and determination.
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