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Marvin Hagler, who was middleweight champion in the 1970s and 1980s, passed away on Saturday, March 13, at the age of 66. The sad news that thousands of his followers complained to me was announced by his wife through social networks.
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“Legendary American boxer Marvin Hagler, the undisputed middleweight champion between 1980 and 1987, passed away at the age of 66, his wife reported on Saturday,” Agence France-Presse reported.
“I am just sorry to hear this sad news. Today, my loving husband unfortunately died unexpectedly at his home in New Hampshire. I ask for privacy in this difficult time “, wrote his wife, Kay G. Hagler.
The most memorable fight was against Tommy Hearns in 1985, better known as La Guerra. Hagler, managed to win 62 victories in 67 fights, 52 of these victories were on the short route.