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Richard Evatt, Coventry boxing hero - once described as
Richard Evatt, Coventry boxing hero - once described as one of the hardest hitting fighters in the world - has been found dead at a homeless shelter. Richard - Tiger - Evatt collapsed and died at the Salvation Army hostel in Hillfields on Monday night (16/07/2012), aged just 38. Pictured 20th April 1996 after win over Wayne Jones, at the International Centre, Brentwood, Essex, United Kingdom
Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
Brentwood
Essex
England
Media ID 21637959
© Mirrorpix
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Honor the legacy of Coventry's greatest boxing champions with our Media Storehouse Richard Evatt Poster Prints. This powerful image of the hard-hitting hero, once described as one of the world's toughest fighters, is a must-have for any sports fan or local history enthusiast. Revive the memories of Evatt's impressive boxing career, now a poignant tribute to his indomitable spirit. Order your Media Storehouse Richard Evatt Poster Print today and bring a piece of Coventry's rich boxing heritage into your home or office.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
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In this poignant photo print, we see Richard Evatt, known as the Coventry boxing hero, captured in a moment of triumph after his victory over Wayne Jones at the International Centre in Brentwood. The year was 1996, and Evatt's reputation as one of the hardest hitting fighters in the world was well-deserved. However, this image also serves as a reminder of the tragic fate that awaited him years later. On that fateful night in July 2012, Richard "Tiger". Evatt collapsed and tragically passed away at just 38 years old within the walls of a Salvation Army hostel in Hillfields. The contrast between his victorious pose frozen on film and his untimely demise is both heartbreaking and thought-provoking. It sheds light on the harsh realities faced by those who find themselves homeless or struggling with personal demons despite their past achievements. This photograph not only captures an iconic moment from Coventry's boxing history but also serves as a powerful symbol of how life can take unexpected turns for even our most celebrated heroes. As we reflect upon Richard Evatt's story through this image, may it inspire us to remember those who have fallen through society's cracks and encourage us to work towards creating a more compassionate world for all.
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