FREE ESSAY ON MUHAMMAD ALI

MUHAMMAD ALI

The name Muhammad Ali needs no introduction in the sports industry. This man is a living
legend. Ali has accomplished my achievements during an era when African-Americas weren't
allowed any opportunities. 
The career of Cassius Clay began at the age of twelve. After his brand new bike had been
stolen at the Louisville Home Show. He wanted to "whoop" the thieves so badly that he
began to take boxing lessons. His first victory was a three round, three-minute split
decision match. As he became more dedicated to boxing, Clay advanced to winning six
Kentucky Golden Gloves Championships, two National Golden Glove tournaments and two
National AAU titles. He won a gold medal at the 1960 Rome Olympics. The career highlight
for Cassius Clay was being titled heavyweight champion after his defeating Sonny Liston.

Ali contributes to variety of charities and services. " I am devoting much of his life
today healing the human spirit. My chosen path for doing this is my religion. " quoted
Muhammad. He is creating the Muhammad Ali center in his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky.
The ultimate goal of the Muhammad Ali center is to inspire everyone everywhere to be the
best they can be. It has been a dream of Ali to create a place to share, teach and
inspire people to be their best and pursue their dreams. He also lends his name and
presence to hunger and poverty relief and supporting education efforts of all kinds. In
addition, he promotes adoption and encouraging people to love one another. 
Once such a turbulent man, Muhammad Ali now has a more peaceful and religious view of
life. Religion has taught him that God wants us all to love each other and that love, not
hate, is at the heart of God's master plan. " When I was young, I was a professional
boxer. But that's not my "field" anymore. My most important job now is trying to teach
people to treat each other with dignity and respect." Ali also believes that the next
thousand years will bring a golden age of tolerance and understanding among all people. 
Not only has he accomplished amazing goals in his career, but Ali has given back to the
community, stood up for his rights, and made effort to teach the world through religion.
Muhammad Ali- Cassius Clay is a legend, a role model, and a hero. His influence upon
society is extraordinary.