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Leon Spinks, boxer who took Ali’s crown and lost it, dies at 67

February 07, 2021

He was an Olympic champion with few pro fights under his belt when he surprised the world by beating the champ in 1978. Things did not go smoothly after that. — NYT: Top Stories

Gale Sayers, Hall of Fame running back, dies at 77

September 23, 2020

Though his career was cut short by knee injuries, he was widely regarded as one of the greatest running backs in National Football League history. — NYT: George Vecsey