A European titleholder as well, he twice went the distance with Ali and another time with Joe Frazier, losing the bouts but gaining their respect.
Category: Boxing
Nino Benvenuti, Olympic Boxer Who Ruled the Ring in Italy, Dies at 87
A 1960 gold medalist in Rome, he overshadowed a young Muhammad Ali, then known as Cassius Clay. He was celebrated as much for his charisma as his boxing skills.
