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Lennox Claudius Lewis CM CBE (born 2 September 1965) is a boxing commentator and former professional boxer who competed from 1989 to 2003. He is a three-time world heavyweight champion, a two-time lineal champion, and held the undisputed championship.
Eliminator for WBC Heavyweight Title. Ruddock down once in 1st, twice in 2nd. Shortly after this fight, Lewis was proclaimed the WBC Heavyweight Champion as Riddick Bowe refused to face him. 1992-08-11.
Lennox Lewis vs. Mike Tyson, billed as Lewis–Tyson: Is On, was a heavyweight professional boxing match that took place on June 8, 2002, at the Pyramid Arena in Memphis, Tennessee. The defending unified WBC, IBF, IBO, and The Ring champion Lennox Lewis defeated former undisputed heavyweight champion Mike Tyson by knockout in the eighth round.
Lennox Lewis, first British boxer to hold the undisputed world heavyweight championship since Bob Fitzsimmons did so in 1899. Lewis also won a gold medal at the 1988 Seoul Olympics. Learn more about Lennox’s life and career, including his notable matches.
Sep 19, 2023 · Lennox Lewis captivated a generation of British boxing fans through his exploits as a heavyweight champion. His diverse skills, championship accomplishments, and willingness to face elite contenders make him one of the most celebrated figures in British boxing history.
Jan 27, 2022 · An Olympic Gold medalist for Canada in 1988, Lennox Lewis' place in British sporting legend didn't always seem likely, but in 2022, the London-born fighter is rightfully regarded as one of the greatest sportsmen ever to emerge from British shores.
Canadian Super Heavyweight representative at the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles, California, USA. Defeated Mohammad Yousuf (Pakistan) RSC 3. Lost to Tyrell Biggs (United States) 0-5 (this means all 5 judges had Biggs winning) Super Heavyweight Gold Medalist at the 1985 Canadian Amateur Championships.
Aug 8, 2018 · Lennox Lewis was the finest heavyweight of his generation, a veteran of a decade at the top. He held the world title on three separate occasions before officially walking away in...
Inter Cup Super Heavyweight - Round One. May have been a stoppage win for Lewis.
Sep 18, 2011 · By 1983, Lewis became the world amateur junior champion and not long thereafter, the Canadian super heavyweight title holder. As a member of the Olympic team at Los Angeles 1984, he lost in the super heavyweight quarterfinals to Tyrell Biggs, who would go on to win gold.
