There have been few more iconic sporting figures than Muhammad Ali. Widely considered to be the greatest boxer of all time, the man originally known as Cassius Clay was a three time champion during boxing's golden era and an inspiration to millions. His appeal extends far beyond the boxing ring, however. His legendary charisma has given rise to a number of colorful quotes that have become ingrained in popular culture. Sometimes amusing, sometimes controversial and sometimes poignant & insightful, here are the greatest quotes of a supreme sporting icon, along with some fantastic photos. We've also included a video about his series of famous meetings with British chat show host Michael Parkinson, including clips from the interviews. |
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Here's a great video featuring clips from Muhammad Ali's famous interviews with Michael Parkinson in the 1970s: |
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