“I would like to be remembered as a man who won the heavyweight title three times. Who was humorous and who treated everyone right. As a man who never looked down on those who looked up to him, and who helped as many people as he could. As a man who stood u”
— Muhammad Ali
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Muhammad Ali, the famous boxer, wanted people to remember him not just for his achievements in boxing, but for his character and the way he treated others. He took pride in winning the heavyweight championship three times because it showed his skill and determination. However, he also valued being funny and fair to everyone he met, no matter their status. For example, he never acted superior to his fans even though they admired him greatly. Ali believed in helping others whenever he could. This example shows that it's important to be kind and respectful, and to help people when you're able to. By living this way, Ali hoped people would think of him as a good person, both inside and outside the ring.
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