Ken Norton quotes

Ken Norton was an American professional boxer, best remembered for defeating Muhammad Ali and becoming world heavyweight champion. His unique fighting style and grit earned him respect throughout the boxing world. He became a lasting figure in sports history and later worked as an actor and commentator. Here are 4 of his quotes:

When I talk to youngsters today, especially those involved in athletics, I tell them to get their education first.

Ken Norton

Ali had a break that was an inch and a half long, and you keep getting hit as hard and as much as I hit Ali, the pain would take over and you would pass out.

Ken Norton

I lost my edge for boxing, I didn't put as much into it as I did before. I didn't run as far. I didn't train as hard. I didn't eat correctly. I started drinking a little bit every now and then.

Ken Norton