Eddie Futch
Eddie Futch was a renowned American boxing trainer known for his tactical brilliance and ability to mold fighters into champions. He is perhaps best remembered for his role as the trainer of Joe Frazier during the legendary 'Thrilla in Manila' fight against Muhammad Ali in 1975, where he made the difficult decision to stop the fight in the 14th round, ensuring Frazier's safety. Futch's training philosophy emphasized the importance of mental preparation and resilience, and he was respected not only for his technical knowledge of boxing but also for his wisdom and mentorship, which influenced many successful boxers throughout his career.
Born on Apr 05, 1911 (114 years old)
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Eddie Futch was Joe Frazier's trainer who stopped the fight to protect him during the 'Thrilla in Manila'.
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Eddie Futch was Joe Frazier's trainer who decided to stop the fight due to Frazier's inability to continue.
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