MEN'S HEALTHThe Greatest Athletes of All Time: Muhammad AliMuhammad Ali is arguably the most famous American heavyweight boxer and social activist. Despite an impressive boxing career, he converted to the Nation of Islam in 1965 – just 18 days before “crushing” his formidable opponent Sonny Liston and winning the world heavyweight title that same year. Avoiding the Vietnam project, he was the subject of much controversy. Edward Moran Borja learns more about this charismatic man of contrasts... verb phrases WHERE DID IT ALL START? When 12-year-old Cassius Clay had the misfortune of having his bicycle stolen in Louisville, Kentucky, he took up the "sweet science" of boxing. could shoot down – or as we would say – “oops” whoever was stealing it. Soon, Clay would become an outstanding amateur fighter and win a gold medal at the 1960 Rome Olympics. RACISMClay returned to his hometown of Louisville proudly wearing his gold medal around his neck, but the pride faded when He was refused service in a “whites only” restaurant. It seemed that not everyone shared his joy. The racist incident caused him...