Although not football here at Jumpers4 we appreciate sporting talent and personality and it was with sadness that we learnt of Sir Hnery's death.
Sir Henry Cooper RIP
3 May 1934 – 1 May 2011
Affectionately known as Our Enry with his famous left hook (known as Enry’s Ammer) was one of the all time British boxing greats and an equally famous television personality.
As a boxer Henry was an honest and reliable sportsman who never let anyone down – perhaps his most famous bouts were against the legendary Muhammad Ali (although he lost both he famously knocked the great man down and some say out in their first bout).
Henry won boxing respect in his own right winning three Lonsdale belts outright ( a unique achievement) and held the Empire / Commonwealth titles and European Champion. He held theses titles against all comers until losing to Joe Bugner in his last ever fight.
Known for his wit and warmth he remained ever popular. Among his other achievements he was awarded OBE and knighted and twice voted BBC Sports Personality of the Year.
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