Main content
Muhammed Ali became The Greatest after his bike was stolen
Victor Bender's known Muhammed Ali since they were 13 and they boxed when they were young.
"We sparred for three rounds. Our fight was a draw. Nobody won the fight."
"He was determined to be the best fighter he could be. He was dedicated."
They've been friends ever since. And Ali was always determined to be the best. Victor says he remember's what Ali said motivated him:
"I want to be a boxer. Somebody stole my bicycle! I've got to find out how to protect myself!"
Duration:
This clip is from
Featured in...
Muhammad Ali: 1942-2016—5 Live In Short
Tributes and memories of Muhammad Ali, who has died at the age of 74.
More clips from 5 Live In Short
-
World Champion given permission to whistle in Burlington Arcade
Duration: 01:01
-
No third series of Netflix Six Nations doc a 'shame' - Russell
Duration: 00:32