Paying tribute to the life & legacy of Muhammad Ali
Joined April 2009
- Tweets 3,694
- Following 158
- Followers 795,787
- Likes 452
2,290 Photos and videos
Slide 1: June 13, 2016 - Sports Illustrated Cover - Closeup portrait of Muhammad Ali during a training session photo shoot at 5th Street Gym.
Slide 2:
June 13, 2016 - Sports Illustrated Back Cover - Closeup portrait of former heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali posing with fists during photo shoot outside his home.
📸: @LeiferNeil
#MuhammadAli #Icon #FarewellChamp #LegendaryFighter #BoxingLegend #SportsIllustrated #InMemory
4
35
203
8,746
Jun 11
Ali’s relentless dedication began in high school, where he ran before dawn, trained before and after school, and shadowboxed in the corridors of Central High.
#MuhammadAli #Icon #EarlyRiser #DedicatedAthlete #HighSchoolBoxing #TrainingRoutine #ChampionMindset
3
52
261
9,133
Jun 10
“I used to race the school bus and beat it in twenty-eight blocks.”
#MuhammadAli #Icon #SchoolDays #ChampionSpeed #UniqueChallenges #Athleticism #BoxingLife
1
58
245
8,270
Jun 8
After a tournament win, Ali was spotted cutting out pictures of himself from the sports section, proudly preserving his early successes.
#MuhammadAli #Icon #EarlySuccess #ProudMoments #SportsHistory #BoxingChampion #MemorableMoments
5
21
185
8,095
Jun 7
Ali’s professional debut took place on October 29, 1960, at Freedom Hall in Louisville, where he defeated Tunney Hunsaker in a thrilling first fight.
#MuhammadAli #Icon #ProDebut #BoxingMatch #Victory #StartOfAnEra #FightHistory
2
36
255
10,326
Jun 6
Muhammad Ali began his training at the Columbia Gym in Louisville, where he dedicated himself to daily sessions of sparring, jumping rope, shadowboxing, and honing his skills.
#MuhammadAli #Icon #Training #BoxingTraining #ChampionMindset #Dedication #Boxing
4
28
219
8,251
Jun 5
“I was determined that I would be successful. I thought about it, I dreamed about it, I slept it, I ate it…and I believed.”
#MuhammadAli #Icon #Determination #ChampionMindset #DreamBig #SuccessMindset #Believe
12
105
434
15,129
Jun 4
Ten years after his passing, Muhammad Ali’s impact continues to reach far beyond the ring.
Yesterday, communities across the country marked the inaugural Day of Compassion by giving back, supporting one another, and carrying forward the values that defined Muhammad’s life. His legacy lives on not only through his achievements, but through the countless acts of humanity, empathy, and service inspired by his example.
Read here:
ESPN: bit.ly/4e1Emqh
The Athletic: nyti.ms/4dORAb1
USA Today: bit.ly/4vrONdF
USA Today: bit.ly/4vuPZwV
6
23
114
6,717
Jun 3
Today, we commemorate and pay tribute to the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of the legendary Muhammad Ali.
1/17/1942 - 6/3/2016 🧡
27
109
324
12,392
Jun 1
In the month we lost Muhammad, we celebrate his life. Follow along as we share incredible facts about the G.O.A.T. 🦋🐝
#MuhammadAli #Icon #Champion #BoxingLegend #TheGreatest #Inspiration #Legacy
15
74
329
12,221
May 30
July 26, 1999 cover of Sports Illustrated: The Century’s Greatest Sports Photos.
Featuring Muhammad Ali following his first-round knockout of Sonny Liston on May 25, 1965 in Lewiston, Maine.
📸: @LeiferNeil
#MuhammadAli #Icon #BoxingHistory #SportsHistory #GreatestOfAllTime #HeavyweightChampion #SportsIllustrated
6
53
251
11,176
May 27
“It’s hard to be humble when you’re as great as I am.”
#MuhammadAli #Icon #Humor #Confidence #QuoteOfTheDay #Greatness #BoxingChampion
19
86
334
11,370
May 26
Muhammad Ali in action after his first round knockout of Sonny Liston at St. Dominic's Arena. This is one of Leifer’s most famous images of Muhammad Ali.
📸: @LeiferNeil
#MuhammadAli #Icon #AliListon #Knockout #IconicShot #BoxingHistory #NeilLeifer
7
42
213
8,683
May 25
The iconic rematch on May 25, 1965, saw Ali swiftly defeating Sonny Liston, solidifying his status with a legendary first-minute KO.
#MuhammadAli #Icon #AliListonRematch #QuickVictory #LegendaryFight #BoxingHistory #TheGreatest
2
30
90
8,655
May 24
On this day in 1976, Ali showcased unmatched skill, defeating Richard Dunn and marking his last ever knockout victory. 🥊
#MuhammadAli #Icon #AliDunn #KnockoutVictory #Munich #BoxingMastery #TheChamp
1
21
84
8,368
May 22
Muhammad Ali in the locker room before his fight vs Sonny Liston at St. Dominic's Arena.
📸: @LeiferNeil
#MuhammadAli #Icon #AliListon #PreFight #LockerRoom #BoxingHistory #TheGreatest
4
37
217
9,112
May 21
On this day in 1966:
Ali’s legendary resilience shone in London against Henry Cooper, overcoming a fierce challenge with a triumphant TKO in the 5th round.
#MuhammadAli #Icon #AliCooper #LondonBout #Resilience #HistoricVictory #BoxingLegends
2
16
90
9,055
May 20
“I’ve never let anyone talk me into not believing in myself.”
#MuhammadAli #Icon #SelfBelief #Motivation #Confidence #InspirationalQuote #SelfTrust
18
105
453
14,150
May 19
May 19, 1962: Ali's prowess in the ring shone as he triumphed over Billy Daniels with a decisive TKO, showcasing his dominance.
#MuhammadAli #Icon #AliDaniels #Knockout #EmergingDominance #BoxingHistory #TheGreatest
3
14
69
6,233
May 17
Muhammad Ali riding his bicycle during a photo shoot at his farm on Kephart Road.
📸: @LeiferNeil
#MuhammadAli #Icon #AliAtHome #LifestyleMoments #NeilLeifer #BehindTheScenes #IconicLife
18
236
12,089