MUHAMMAD SYAFIQ BIN MOHD NASIR

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Someone who has a significant influence on your life in several ways is your idol.For me the person who inspired me in my daily life is Muhammad Ali. Muhammad Ali is widely regarded as one of the greatest boxers of all time. His impressive record of 56 wins, including 37 knockouts, speaks for itself. But it was not just his athletic ability that made him a legend - it was his larger-than-life personality, his outspokenness, and his willingness to stand up for what he believed in. Ali was not just a boxer, he was a cultural icon.



 Born Cassius Clay in Louisville, Kentucky in 1942, Ali began his boxing career at the age of 12. By the time he was in his early twenties, he had already won a gold medal in the 1960 Summer Olympics and was quickly becoming a dominant force in the sport. But it was his bold personality and his political views that made him stand out from the crowd.

 In 1964, Ali shocked the world by defeating Sonny Liston to become the heavyweight champion of the world. It was after this victory that he famously declared, "I am the greatest!" And he lived up to this claim, defending his title multiple times and becoming one of the most recognizable athletes in the world.



But it was not just his athletic prowess that made Ali a hero to many. He was also a vocal advocate for civil rights and social justice. In 1967, he refused to be drafted into the Vietnam War, citing his religious beliefs and opposition to the war. He was stripped of his boxing titles and faced years of legal battles, but he never backed down from his principles.



After a hiatus from boxing, Ali returned to the ring and continued to dominate his opponents. He retired from boxing in 1981 with a record of 56 wins and only 5 losses. But his impact on the sport and on society as a whole continued to be felt for years to come.

Ali's legacy extends far beyond the boxing ring. He was a symbol of strength, courage, and conviction. He showed the world that it was possible to be both an athlete and an activist, that one could use their platform to make a difference in the world. He was a true inspiration to generations of people around the globe


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 In conclusion, Muhammad Ali was not just a boxer, he was a hero. His athletic prowess and his bold personality made him a legend in the world of sports, but it was his activism and his willingness to stand up for what he believed in that made him a hero to so many. He will always be remembered as a true icon and an inspiration to us all.




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