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Mounted Print : Derek Sweet D Williams heavyweight boxer February 1990 at the centre of
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Derek Sweet D Williams heavyweight boxer February 1990 at the centre of
Derek Sweet D Williams heavyweight boxer February 1990
at the centre of an alleged drugs scandal The 24 year old compalined of dizziness and stinging eyes after losing his European title ot French fairground worker Jean Maurice Chanet
Arnold Slater
mirrorpix
Hertfordshire
United Kingdom
WA*678076
Media ID 21468661
© Mirrorpix
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Relive the past with our stunning mounted photo from the Media Storehouse range, featuring an iconic moment in boxing history. At the center, find Derek Sweet D Williams in February 1990, captured by the lens of Arnold Slater from Memory Lane Prints. This photograph showcases the heavyweight boxer in the prime of his career, yet amidst controversy as he complained of dizziness during this pivotal moment in his career. Bring this piece of sports history into your home or office and add a touch of nostalgia to any space.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 13.7cm (8" x 5.4")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Derek 'Sweet D' Williams, a formidable heavyweight boxer, is captured in this iconic print from February 1990. At the center of an alleged drugs scandal that rocked the boxing world, Williams's career took an unexpected turn. Just 24 years old at the time, he had recently lost his European title to Jean Maurice Chanet, a French fairground worker turned boxer. In this image, we see Williams displaying both physical and emotional exhaustion after his defeat. His face reveals signs of dizziness and stinging eyes - perhaps a result of intense training or even something more sinister related to the alleged drug scandal surrounding him. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by professional athletes and the pressures they endure within their chosen fields. It captures not only Williams's physical prowess but also his vulnerability as he navigates through turbulent times in his career. Taken by renowned photographer Arnold Slater during the height of boxing's popularity in the 1990s, this print transports us back to an era when fighters like Derek 'Sweet D' Williams commanded attention and captivated audiences with their skill and determination. As we gaze upon this image today, it serves as a testament to both triumphs and tribulations experienced by athletes throughout history.
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