Fans share classic Muhammad Ali memories as they mourn the champ
The death of Muhammad Ali on Friday night sparked tributes from stars of sports and entertainment, including boxing and UFC, and remembrances from former rivals and opponents.
Some of the best, however, came from the fans who called Ali "the greatest", and shared their stories, quotes and tributes on social media.
A child asked Muhammad Ali what he would do when he retired. His long, beautiful answer stunned the crowd.https://t.co/qAuYcJUmv1
— Shaun King (@ShaunKing) June 3, 2016
35 years ago, Ali stopped a suicidal man who was ready to jump off a building https://t.co/U2bbWqnJj0 https://t.co/3kPuZEcUyZ"
— Guru -Bheki Mavundla (@9ec7857d48dc408) June 4, 2016
RIP Champ
what a legend ??
— rayan (@Rayman325) June 4, 2016
dodging 21 punches in 10 seconds rip Muhammad Ali ❤️ pic.twitter.com/NCkYxKMPKe
"This life is not real. I conquered the world and it did not bring me satisfaction.” ~ Muhammad Ali pic.twitter.com/RLwvRj6MlS
— Khulan Khan (@WALASIA) June 4, 2016
If your dreams don't scare you, they aren't big enough - Muhammad Ali pic.twitter.com/so2bQrvtlz
— Mahesh Bhatt (@MaheshNBhatt) June 4, 2016
How cool was Muhammad Ali? The only guy to fight even Superman to a draw. RIP. pic.twitter.com/i56YonEe9x
— Mark Millar (@mrmarkmillar) June 4, 2016
"A man who views the world the same at 50 as he did at 20 has wasted 30 years of his life.” -- Muhammad Ali pic.twitter.com/G1PIlfqwBC
— Calestous Juma (@calestous) June 4, 2016
My life's path was inspired by #Ali. I was blessed to cross paths with him. Here's an enduring memory that i share: pic.twitter.com/d7EhcdXBtH
— Lou DiBella (@loudibella) June 4, 2016
Muhammad Ali & Michael Jackson moments ? pic.twitter.com/X75DSr0Sam
— Isabel (@Mjsjawline) June 4, 2016
Muhammad Ali is one of the most photographed people in recorded history. This is one of the best. pic.twitter.com/MlJr1KYXZ5
— Chris Martin Palmer (@ChrisPalmerNBA) June 4, 2016
One of the great moments in Olympic history—#MuhammadAli lights the cauldron at the 1996 Games. #legend https://t.co/aKDX8NwARe
— Dinopoulos (@cdinopoulos) June 4, 2016
Muhammad Ali and Nelson Mandela Johannesburg, South Africa, 1993 by Howard Bingham. pic.twitter.com/EmyYTrWtcV
— Alex (@draaiomjeoren1) June 4, 2016
Muhammad Ali was the first person who rose against global imperialism. He played his role in bringing peace pic.twitter.com/i8JuyW2cps
— Farhan Khan Virk (@FarhanKVirk) June 4, 2016
Muhammad Ali has passed away.
— Ben Norton (@BenjaminNorton) June 4, 2016
This is his legendary quote on why he refused to serve in the murderous Vietnam War. pic.twitter.com/9NNmWNztAI
Muhammad Ali the only person to have his star on the wall because he refused to let the prophet's name be stepped on pic.twitter.com/gEMWKv3H0T
— bella (@bellarhms) June 4, 2016
I briefly met Ali in 2001. He told the group, "Watch out, she's dangerous." I felt like I had been knighted, & granted wings. #GOAT
— Janina Gavankar (@Janina) June 4, 2016
Best Ali video ever. #RIPMuhammadAli pic.twitter.com/zMscCu8uOq
— Shiv Aroor (@ShivAroor) June 4, 2016
