Great Fights of the Past

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Some boxing fights keep viewers glued to their seats, holding their breath from the first moment to the last. In this section, we want to bring you the story of some of the greatest battles in the history of this sport, from those between genuine ring phenomena, capable of nearing technical and tactical perfection, to those between less talented but lion-hearted boxers, with devilish rhythm and chins of marble. A dive into the greatest fights ever staged that will make you want to watch and rewatch the corresponding vintage footage!

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