Larry Holmes started his amateur career at the age of 19. His amateur career record was 19 wins and 3 Loses,that would proved he had talent for boxing.

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In 1971 at the age of 22, Larry had the opportunity to work with Muhammad Ali, as a Sparring Partner. Larry would turn Professional 2 years later. Larry learned his trade by working with great fighters as Joe Frazier, Earnie Shavers and Jimmy Young while fighting on their cards.

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Larry's record earned him an opportunity to fight Ken Norton for the Heavyweight Title on June 9, 1978, which ignited a Champion's journey (watch video below  for details of  Larry's Holmes journey to and reign as Champion)​