Our 'Enry — Britain's most beloved heavyweight and the man who floored Cassius Clay with a left hook that became one of boxing's most replayed moments.
Sir Henry Cooper is the most beloved British heavyweight in boxing history. He was British and European champion three times and held the record as the longest-reigning British heavyweight champion. His famous left hook — nicknamed "'Enry's 'Ammer" — knocked Cassius Clay down in their 1963 fight at Wembley. He was the first sportsman to win the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award twice.
He knocked Cassius Clay down in 1963 with his famous left hook — Clay was saved by the bell. Clay later became Muhammad Ali and won the heavyweight title.
Did You Know?Career Honours
- British Heavyweight Champion 3x
- European Heavyweight Champion 3x
- BBC Sports Personality 2x