The Louisville Lip Collection (page 2)

World Heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali held his first public speaking in England at the New Victoria Theatre in London, where a packed crowd listened and ask him questions. 29th November 1974

World Heavyweight Title fight between challenger Muhammad Ali and WBC Champion Larry Holmes at Ceasars Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada

On August 6, 1966 at Earls Court Arena, Kensington, London, England, heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali, from Louisville, Kentucky, defended his title against Brian London, from Blackpool, England

Muhammad Ali (Cassius Clay) training at his Pennsylvanian mountain retreat for his fight against George Foreman in Zaire. (Picture shows) Fans watching Ali train 27th August 1974

Muhammad Ali at a press conference ahead of his rematch with Henry Cooper on 21st May. Picture taken: 9th May 1966

Muhammad Ali arrives in England ahead of his rematch with Henry Cooper on 21st May. Picture taken: 9th May 1966

Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) attends a sports writers reception, on the day of his arrival in London. He is in England ahead of his next fight with Henry Cooper on 21st May

World heavyweight title fight between American champion Muhammad Ali (formerly Cassius Clay) and British challenger Henry Cooper at Highbury Stadium, North London

Muhammad Ali training at Caesars Palace ahead of his non-title fight against Britains Joe Bugner. 8th February 1973

American boxer Cassius Clay Aka (Muhammad Ali) and Britains Henry Cooper (left) weigh-in for their non title bout at The London Palladium. 18th June 1963

Cassius Clay, aka (Muhammad Ali) on his way back to the United States after beating British Heavyweight Henry Cooper in 5 rounds

Cassius Clay (Pictured) having lunch in London before his trip to Scotland for an exhibition bout against fellow American Jimmy Ellis

Cassius Clay aka (Muhammad Ali) vs Henry Cooper in their first fight at Wembley Stadium. Clay stopped Cooper in the 5th round. Picture shows) Referee stopping the fight. 18th June 1963

Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) seen here with his brother Rudoph and Jack Solomons taking a stroll through Piccadilly, Central London on the day of his arrival in England

Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) in Londons West End on the day of his arrival ahead of his non-title fight against Henry Cooper at Wembley on 18th June. 27th May 1963

Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) in London ahead of his non-title fight against Henry Cooper at Wembley on 18th June. (Picture shows)

Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) in London on the day of his arrival ahead of his non-title fight against Henry Cooper at Wembley on 18th June. (Picture shows) Clay signing autographs for fans

Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) at Wembley Stadium where his non-title bout against Britains Henry Cooper will be held. 11th June 1963

Cassius Clay aka (Muhammad Ali) running in The Mall London ahead of his first fight with Henry Cooper. Clay left his room at 6am to train

Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) and entourage in Londons west end ahead of his non-title fight against Henry Cooper at Wembley Stadium. 27th May 1963

Cassius Clay aka Muhammad Ali (right) training in The Mall London ahead of his first fight with Henry Cooper. Clay left his room at 6am to train

World Heavyweight Championship fight between Muhammad Ali and Brian London at Earls Court, London. Ali won the fight after the third round when London failed to show for the fourth

Muhammad Ali training at the Concord Hotel in Catskill Mountains. 23rd September 1976

Muhammad Ali in London for exhibition fights, pictured with Veronica Porche at a press Conference. 24th May 1979

Muhammad Ali with future opponent British Heavyweight Champion Richard Dunn at the training camp of World Welterweight John H. Stracey in Londons West End. 10th March 1976

Muhammad Ali at the training camp of World Welterweight John H. Stracey in Londons West End. 10th March 1976

Muhammad Ali chasing a little girl at his training camp in Pennsylvania. August 1974

Muhammad Ali (right) with future opponent British Heavyweight Champion Richard Dunn at the training camp of World Welterweight John H. Stracey in Londons West End. 10th March 1976

Muhammad Ali announces to the world that he intends to enter the professional boxing ring again, at 38 years of age. 15th February 1980

Muhammad Ali shares a joke with fans at his training camp in Pennsylvania. 27th August 1974

Muhammad Ali (Cassius Clay) training at his Pennsylvanian mountain retreat for his fight against George Foreman in Zaire. 27th August 1974

Muhammad Ali with fans at his training camp in Pennsylvania. 27th August 1974

Muhammad Ali arrived today at Heathrow Airport from Amsterdam to publicise his new book " The Greatest - My Own Story." 9th March 1976

Muhammad Ali in his truing camp at the Concord Hotel in Catskill Mountains. 20th September 1976

Muhammad Ali talking to repoters at the Concord Hotel in Catskill Mountains. 20th September 1976

Muhammad Ali and his entourage holding anti Ken Norton banners ahead of their third fight. 23rd September 1976

Muhammad Ali in Gleasons Gym ahead of his third fight with Ken Norton. 26th September 1976

Muhammad Ali training at Gleasons Gym in New York, for his World Heavyweight Title fight with Ken Norton at the Yankee Stadium. 27th September 1976

Muhammad Ali at the weigh-in ahead of his third fight with Ken Norton. 28th September 1976

Muhammad Ali in his training camp ahead of his third fight with Ken Norton. 23rd September 1976

Muhammad Ali training ahead of his third fight with Ken Norton. 23rd September 1976

Muhammad Ali getting rubbed down ahead of his upcoming fight with Richard Dunn. Ali won the fight by TKO in round 5. 23rd May 1976

Muhammad Ali in the ring training ahead of his upcoming fight with Richard Dunn. Ali won the fight by TKO in round 5. 23rd May 1976

Muhammad Ali pictured here with his daughters at Heathrow Airport. 20th December 1978

Muhammad Ali talks to reporters in his training camp ahead of his upcoming fight against Larry Holmes. 29th September 1980

Muhammad Ali at a pre fight press conference for his upcoming fight with Larry Holmes. 29th September 1980

(Picture shows) Muhammad Ali at pre fight press conference. 29th September 1980

Muhammad Ali (centre) in his training camp with his team for his upcoming fight with Larry Holmes. 29th September 1980

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"The Louisville Lip: A Legend in and out of the Ring" Step into the vibrant streets of London, where Cassius Clay, later known as Muhammad Ali, stood outside the Flamingo Jazz Club in Wardour Street. His charismatic presence was already captivating audiences, foreshadowing his future as "The Louisville Lip. " Venturing to his training camp at Concord Hotel nestled amidst the breathtaking Catskill Mountains, Ali honed his skills with unwavering determination. The sweat poured down his face as he prepared for an upcoming battle against Larry Holmes - a fight that would test both his physical prowess and mental fortitude. In the Champions Forever documentary, viewers were granted an intimate glimpse into Ali's life. This revealing film shed light on not only his extraordinary boxing career but also showcased the man behind the gloves - a fearless individual who fearlessly challenged societal norms. Inside Louisiana Superdome on that fateful September 15th night, Ali faced off against Leon Spinks for their second match. The crowd roared with anticipation as he stepped into the ring once again to prove why he was considered one of boxing's greatest icons. Ali's impact reached far beyond just sports arenas; it extended to every corner of society. Outside Birmingham's Odeon theater on June 7th, 1979, fans gathered eagerly to catch a glimpse of their idol. As he waved graciously to them from afar, councillor James Hunte watched proudly alongside adoring supporters. Retreating to his Pennsylvanian mountain retreat for intense training sessions became synonymous with Ali's dedication and discipline. With each punch thrown and every mile run through rugged terrain, he exemplified what it meant to be a true champion. Amidst all these triumphs stood two pillars of strength by Ali's side: wife Belinda Boyd and their twin daughters Jamillah. Their love provided him solace during challenging times while reminding him of what truly mattered in life.