TitleMr.
Name:Leon
Surname:Spinks
Nationality:USA  USA
Date of Birth:11/07/1953
Function:Athlete
 
Biography:
He won heavyweight crown in split decision over Muhammad Ali in Feb. 1978; Ali regained title seven months later; won gold medal in light heavyweight division at 1976 Olympics; brother Michael won the heavyweight title in 1983; were the only brothers to hold world titles; known more for frequent traffic violations and lavish lifestyle than bouts late in career; filed for bankruptcy in 1986.
 
Related Database Events:
Boxing15/2/1978

         
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