Henry Cooper Collection
Henry Cooper, the legendary British boxer, was a force to be reckoned with both inside and outside the ring
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Henry Cooper, the legendary British boxer, was a force to be reckoned with both inside and outside the ring. In 1963, he found himself in the midst of history as Cassius Clay (later known as Muhammad Ali) visited London for a press conference. As they made their way through Piccadilly Circus and Charing Cross Road, all eyes were on them. But it wasn't just about the serious business of boxing; Cooper knew how to have fun too. At a press conference, he could be seen fooling around with Ali, showcasing their playful camaraderie. Cooper's success didn't come easily - he had proven his mettle during World War II when acts of bravery were required. His courage extended beyond the battlefield into the boxing ring where he became the new European Heavyweight Boxing Champion. Yet despite his achievements, Cooper remained humble and down-to-earth. Outside of boxing, Cooper enjoyed other pursuits such as golfing alongside Sammy Davis Jr in North London in 1962. He even dabbled in Formula One racing attire - showing that his interests spanned beyond just one sport. But perhaps one of Cooper's most memorable moments came during his world heavyweight title fight against Muhammad Ali. The bout captivated audiences worldwide and showcased both fighters' incredible skills and determination. Cooper also played an important role in mentoring young boxers like Joe Bugner who looked up to him for guidance and inspiration. Together they represented Britain on an international stage. Throughout his career, Cooper maintained discipline by strengthening not only his physical abilities but also his mental fortitude - evident from images capturing him having his stomach muscles strengthened.