Description
The Ring Magazine – July 1973 (Muhammad Ali & Ken Norton Cover, No Label, Good Condition)
This vintage Ring Magazine (July 1973) features Muhammad Ali and Ken Norton on the cover, spotlighting one of boxing’s most famous rivalries. It captures the heated buildup around the heavyweight division following Norton’s upset over Ali and George Foreman’s rise as champion.
The magazine is in good condition, showing normal signs of wear consistent with age. Please review photos for an accurate representation of condition. Each issue is shipped in a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents & Highlights
Editorial
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As Nat Loubet Sees It
Controversy
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Jaw Buster Norton’s Side Opposes Delay if Foreman is Ready to Defend Title – By John Greensmith
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Heavyweight Bidding Makes Million Only Starting Point as Foreman Disdains N.Y. – By Dan Daniel
Special Features
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Italian Ring Counts Heavily on Arcari for Revival Impetus – By Umberto Branchini
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L.A. Fans Ga-Ga Over Danny Lopez – By Dan Hafner
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South Africa Touts Richards – By Ronald Scott
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Cooper: Britain’s Legend in His Own Time – By Frank Butler
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Lady Luck Worked Hard to Clear Way for Braddock – By Dr. Irwin Ross
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Cervantes Puts Santa Marta on Map – By George Girsch
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Ketchel Forgot to Sit Facing Doorway When Shot – By John Ort
Obituary
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Ring Great Herman Dies at 77 – By Nat Loubet
Extra Attractions
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Ring Camera Clicks
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Inside The Ropes – By Ruby Goldstein
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Punch Lines
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Questions and Answers
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Up and Down Old Broadway – By Sam Taub
World Ratings
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Herrera — Fighter of the Month – By Nat Loubet
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Prospects for the Month
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Results for the Month
Why Collect This Issue?
This issue documents a pivotal year in heavyweight boxing, with Ali, Norton, and Foreman dominating headlines. It also features international boxing highlights, retrospectives on legends like James Braddock and Stanley Ketchel, and global coverage of rising stars. As The Ring is regarded as the “Bible of Boxing,” this magazine is both a historic sports artifact and a collectible treasure for fans of the golden era of heavyweight boxing.