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Cassius Clay aka (Muhammad Ali) running in The Mall London ahead of his first fight with
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Cassius Clay aka (Muhammad Ali) running in The Mall London ahead of his first fight with
Cassius Clay aka (Muhammad Ali) running in The Mall London ahead of his first fight with Henry Cooper.
Clay left his room a the Piccadilly Hotel at 6am to train, starting with a run down Lower Regent Street before doing some shadow boxing in the Mall for half an hour.
28th May 1963
Arthur Sidey
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
England
R4214
Media ID 21656304
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African American Black American Boots Buckingham Palace Capital Cassius Clay City Ethnic Exercise Heavy Weight Heavyweight Heavyweight Boxer Jogging Morning Muhammad Ali Sweating The Greatest The Louisville Lip The Peoples Champion 1963
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In this photo print, we see the legendary Cassius Clay, later known as Muhammad Ali, sprinting through The Mall in London. It was a historic moment captured on May 28th, 1963, just before his first fight with Henry Cooper. The image showcases Clay's dedication to his craft as he left his room at the Piccadilly Hotel at the break of dawn to train. Starting with a run down Lower Regent Street, he then found himself in The Mall where he engaged in half an hour of intense shadow boxing. Clay's determination is palpable as he races through the iconic capital city streets wearing boots that symbolize strength and resilience. As an African American athlete during the turbulent 1960s, Clay broke barriers and shattered stereotypes by becoming one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time. His morning jog near Buckingham Palace not only displayed his physical prowess but also highlighted his unwavering commitment to training and preparation for upcoming battles inside the ring. This photo encapsulates both Clay's athletic abilities and cultural significance as it captures him mid-stride with sweat glistening on his face – a true testament to his hard work and dedication. Arthur Sidey skillfully immortalized this powerful moment from history through Memory Lane Prints for us all to admire and remember "The Louisville Lip" who would go on to become "The People's Champion. "
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