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World boxing champion George Foreman trains at the Farigrounds in Pleasanton
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World boxing champion George Foreman trains at the Farigrounds in Pleasanton
World boxing champion George Foreman trains at the Farigrounds in Pleasanton, near San Francisco in California for his World Championship fight with Muhammad Ali in Zaire in three weeks time. Foreman trains in a make shift Gymnasium with many young children crawling under his feet. He takes on seven sparring partners at one or two rounds each. He dances to music and does general work outs for the benefit of his paying public who pay to watch him warm up for his fight with Ali. 5th August 1974
Kent Gavin
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Pleasanton
California
United States
DM 74 5287
Media ID 21924264
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1974 America Big George California George Foreman Pleasanton San Francisco United States World Heavyweight Champion
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World boxing champion George Foreman prepares for his historic showdown with Muhammad Ali in this photo captured at the Farigrounds in Pleasanton, California. With just three weeks left until the highly anticipated World Championship fight in Zaire, Foreman's training regimen is nothing short of intense. In this candid moment frozen in time, we see Foreman amidst a makeshift Gymnasium bustling with energy. Young children crawl under his feet as he focuses on honing his skills and perfecting his technique. The dedication and determination radiate from him as he takes on seven sparring partners, each lasting one or two rounds against the formidable champion. But it's not just about physical exertion; there is an undeniable rhythm to Foreman's training routine. As music fills the air, he dances gracefully while engaging in general workouts that captivate the paying public who have gathered to witness this extraordinary warm-up session before his clash with Ali. This photograph captures a pivotal moment in sports history - August 5th, 1974 - when George 'Big George' Foreman prepared himself mentally and physically for what would become one of boxing's most legendary fights. It showcases not only the strength and skill of a world heavyweight champion but also highlights the unwavering support and admiration from fans across America. Kent Gavin's lens immortalizes this iconic scene forever, reminding us of the passion and dedication required to reach such great heights within any sport.
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