"And I remember leaving my place in L.A. and - my father is a big fight fan - and I said, 'Dad, I got a couple of days off and I'm getting ready to go to Houston to sign to fight Muhammad Ali"
- Wilt Chamberlain
About this Quote
This quote from Wilt Chamberlain talks to the enjoyment and anticipation he felt when he was about to sign to eliminate Muhammad Ali. Chamberlain was living in Los Angeles at the time and had a couple of days off, so he chose to take the opportunity to go to Houston to sign the fight agreement. His dad was a big fight fan, so Chamberlain was likely excited to share the news with him. The quote reflects Chamberlain's enthusiasm for the chance to eliminate Ali, among the greatest boxers of perpetuity. It also speaks to the bond in between Chamberlain and his dad, as Chamberlain aspired to share the news with him. The quote is a testament to Chamberlain's passion for boxing and his respect for Ali, in addition to the strong relationship he had with his daddy.
This quote is written / told by Wilt Chamberlain between August 21, 1936 and October 12, 1999. He/she was a famous Athlete from USA.
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