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Emotional Teddy Atlas recalls the terror of cornering against George Foreman in historic Michael Moorer fight

"It was like seeing Freddy Krueger on Halloween," Atlas said of the departed icon, who knocked out Moorer in 1994 to become boxing's oldest heavyweight titleholder ever at the age of 45.

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Photos: George Foreman through the years

Check out these photos of boxing legend George Foreman, who died in March 2025 at 76 , through the years.

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Why George Foreman will be remembered as 'That Guy'

George Foreman was a champion, but for a lot of nonboxing fans, he will be remembered for so much more.

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Legendary college basketball head coach criticial of Jae'Lyn Withers lane violation

Jim Boeheim, the legendary Syracuse basketball coach, said Jae'Lyn Withers' lane violation against Duke is a mental mistake that just can't happen.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16

Politicians, Athletes React to the Death of Boxing Champion, Entrepreneur George Foreman

Foreman was both a boxing icon and an inspirational electric grill entrepreneur.

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The Foreman-Ali Rumble That Changed Their Careers, and Congo

Half a century ago, the “Rumble in the Jungle” became not just a fight between George Foreman and Muhammad Ali, but a cultural touchstone.

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George Foreman vowed to kill Muhammad Ali in the ring before a friendship bloomed

George Foreman and Muhammad Ali were bitter rivals before the two men formed a lifelong friendship remembered after Foreman died Friday at 76.

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Photos trace George Foreman's 'extraordinary life'

George Foreman, one of boxing's most iconic figures, died Friday night at the age of 76. Photos show the television star and ordained minister's life.

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George Foreman, boxing legend and grill mogul, dead at 76

The family of George Foreman — the prolific pro boxer, Olympian and famed entrepreneur behind the George Foreman Grill — says the 76 year-old died Friday, March 21, "surrounded by loved ones."

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Trump on death of 'great fighter' George Foreman: 'He will be missed'

President Trump took to social media Saturday morning to offer his condolences to the family of former boxing champion George Foreman, who died Friday at the age of 76. "George Foreman is dead. ...

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Mike Tyson, sports world mourns George Foreman: 'His contribution to boxing and beyond will never be forgotten'

Foreman's personality, as much as his toughness as a fighter, left an impact on the sports world.

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Sports world remembers boxing legend George Foreman, who died at 76

The sports world and others took to social media to remember George Foreman, who died on Friday.

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What was 'Rumble in the Jungle'? Remembering epic George Foreman-Muhammad Ali fight

"The Rumble in the Jungle" pitted George Foreman against Muhammad Ali in Africa, and it was arguably the most notable fight of their lives.

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'Beyond A Legend': Social Media Pays Tribute To George Foreman

Celebrities and sports figures reflected on Foreman's contributions to "boxing and beyond" following news of his death.

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George Foreman beat time by going from humiliation to vindication

Boxing is full of guys who fought past their primes. What Foreman pulled off was something entirely different.

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Wyatt Hendrickson upsets Gable Steveson for heavyweight title at NCAA wrestling finals

Oklahoma State wrestler Wyatt Hendrickson upset Olympic champion Gable Steveson of Minnesota for a 5-4 win in the NCAA heavyweight finals Saturday night at Wells Fargo Center.

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George Foreman, Boxing Champion and Grilling Magnate, Dies at 76

He claimed a world title in his 20s and, improbably, again in his 40s. He then made millions selling the George Foreman Grill.

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George Foreman’s life was extraordinary, and his transformation fit for a giant

It wasn’t the victories that ultimately came to define George Foreman’s life. It was the defeats and epiphanies and genuine convictions, the leaps of faith he took which came to define him. It was ...

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Magomed Ankalaev wins undisputed light heavyweight belt with unanimous decision over Alex Pereira

Magomed Ankalaev scored a stunning upset with a unanimous decision to take Alex Pereira’s undisputed light heavyweight belt at UFC313

ABC News - Mar. 9

Paul Craig returns to light heavyweight at UFC Fight Night event in May

Paul Craig is back to his original weight class. Craig (17-9-1 MMA, 9-9-1 UFC) meets Rodolfo Bellato(12-2-1 MMA, 1-0-1 UFC) in a light heavyweight bout at a UFC Fight Night event, which takes place ...

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George Foreman dies at 76: A look at the legend's five most memorable fights, from Joe Frazier to Muhammad Ali

Foreman left an incredible legacy in the boxing ring that includes some of the most historic fights in history

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How George Foreman transformed from the gruff, brooding bully of the 70s to a beloved hero and icon

Foreman's near-death experience in 1977 changed his life -- and millions more -- forever

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Looking back at the legendary 1986 Boston Celtics

The 1985-86 Boston Celtics are widely seen as one of -- if not THE -- best ball clubs to ever step on to the basketball court, and for good reason.

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Brendan Schaub: 'The UFC's in some trouble' after Alex Pereira lost light heavyweight title

Brendan Schaub thinks Alex Pereira losing his title is a problem for the UFC. Pereira (12-3 MMA, 9-2 UFC) lost his light heavyweight title to Magomed Ankalaev (21-1-1 MMA, 12-1-1 UFC) by unanimous ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15

Who was George Foreman? What to know about boxing legend, TV star and ordained minister

Foreman told USA TODAY in 2023 that his "life is so much more than boxing," saying that he has "been knocked out more outside the ring than in the ring."

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George Foreman showed every gesture is political – especially for Black athletes | Bryan Armen Graham

At the 1968 Olympics, Foreman’s flag-waving was seen as deference if not betrayal. But the reaction to it reveals the limited ways we allow Black athletes to express themselves. When a teenager ...

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Notre Dame hockey coach Jeff Jackson brings legendary career to end

Irish hockey fans will have to get used to not seeing a legend standing behind the bench from now on.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16

The Madness of March Won’t Be the Same Without the Legendary Greg Gumbel

For more than 25 years, Gumbel provided calm in the most chaotic stretch of the sports calendar.

The New York Times - Mar. 17

New Orleans Saints' legendary 2017 draft class is still going strong

The New Orleans Saints' 2017 NFL draft class was absolutely outstanding, and one undersung pick just signed a new one-year deal for the 2025 season.

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How a Hawaii newspaper cartoonist predicted Rick Pitino's legendary coaching career

Rick Pitino coached his first game at Hawaii in 1976, under odd circumstances. A newspaper cartoonist predicted his great career.

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Forza Motorsport Brings Back Legendary Track For 20th Anniversary

Turn 10 has announced that the track Fujimi Kaido will be making a return in Forza Motorsport in May to celebrate the franchise's 20th anniversary.. The track is a fictional closed course circuit ...

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Video – Legendary Inter Milan Treble Winners Enjoy Retirement: “This Duo”

Inter Milan legends Javier Zanetti and Esteban Cambiasso are enjoying life in a well-deserved retirement.Both players were part of the Nerazzurri team that won the iconic treble in 2010 under Jose ...

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An ‘Aggressive’ Trip to Greenland, and the Pope’s First Appearance Since Falling Ill

Plus, how George Foreman transformed American kitchens.

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Heavyweight seven eye finish line in race to succeed Olympics chief Bach

The race to succeed Thomas Bach as president of the International Olympic Committee is nearing the finish with Juan Antonio Samaranch Junior, Sebastian Coe and Kirsty Coventry widely seen to be ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17

Heavyweight trio eye history in race to succeed Olympics chief Bach

The race to succeed Thomas Bach as president of the International Olympic Committee reaches a climax on Thursday with Juan Antonio Samaranch Junior, Sebastian Coe and Kirsty Coventry believed to be ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19