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🗓️ 30 September 2024
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Muhammad Ali was one of the greatest athletes in history, but he was also a kind and brave person who stood up for what he believed in. In this episode, we’ll tell the exciting story of how Ali became the world champion in boxing, including his most famous fights. But we’ll also learn about the important things Ali did outside the ring—like standing up for people’s rights and showing kindness to everyone. It’s the story of a true hero who inspires kids to dream big and stand tall!
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0:00.0 | Once upon a time in the vibrant city of Louisville, Kentucky, a boy named Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. was born. |
0:08.6 | On January 17, 1942, young Cassius entered the world full of energy, curiosity, and a bright smile |
0:16.8 | that could light up even the gloomiest of days. |
0:20.2 | Little did anyone know that the spirited boy would grow up to become one of the most famous |
0:24.3 | athletes the world has ever known, a legend named Mohammed Ali. |
0:30.5 | From a young age, Cassius was deeply fascinated with sports, but boxing captured his heart the most. |
0:37.0 | One day when he was just 12, his shiny new bicycle was stolen while he rode through the neighborhood. |
0:43.0 | Upset and frustrated, he sought help from a police officer named Joe Martin. |
0:48.0 | Joe was not only a police officer, he was also a boxing trainer. |
0:52.0 | He suggested that Cassius learn how to box to defend himself. |
0:57.0 | Inspired Cassius decided to take up boxing and his journey into the ring began. |
1:07.2 | With each jab and punch, Cassius trained diligently at Joe's gym, |
1:10.7 | hungry to become stronger, faster, and more skilled. |
1:15.3 | His passion was contagious and soon his family and friends were cheering him on, thrilled to see him grow. He loves sporting his shiny red boxing gloves. He felt like a |
1:21.8 | superhero every time he stepped into the ring. |
1:24.0 | As years old on, Cassius became a rising star. He won numerous amateur titles |
1:30.6 | including two golden gloves and the National Amateur Athletic Union title. |
1:36.2 | He wasn't just a kid with a dream, he was on the path to greatness. |
1:41.4 | Cassius had several important people in his life who inspired and supported him during his journey. |
1:47.0 | His mother, Odessa Clay, was one of his biggest cheerleaders. |
1:51.0 | She always encouraged him to believe in himself, showing him the value of hard work and perseverance. |
1:57.0 | His father, Cassius Clay Sr. instilled a strong work ethic in him and taught him that with determination he could achieve |
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