The top 10 most inspiring quotes by Rocky Marciano
- I’d be conceited if I said I could, but I’d be lying if I said I couldn’t.
- I have always adhered to two principles. The first one is to train hard and get in the best possible physical condition. The second is to forget all about the other fellow until you face him in the ring and the bell sounds for the fight.
- To win takes a complete commitment of mind and body. When you can’t make that commitment, they don’t call you a champion anymore.
- There is no doubt that man is a competitive animal and there is no place where this fact is more obvious than in the ring. There is no second place. Either you win or you lose. When they call you a champion, it’s because you don’t lose. To win takes a complete commitment of mind and body.
- What could be better than walking down any street in any city and knowing you’re the heavyweight champion of the world?
- Roland La Starza was tough, but Ezzard Charles was the toughest man I ever fought. I learned what pain was all about when I fought him.
- Liston is like most big bullies, if you can stay away and make him miss for a few rounds he’ll get frustrated. Once you strip away that feeling of invincibility, he can be had.
- I was on my face. I heard the count from one to 10. I kept telling myself that I had to get up, but I couldn’t move. I couldn’t make myself move. It was the strangest feeling.
- The greatness of Marciano in the ring was defined by the way he prepared for a fight, his ability to punch and take a punch.
- Rocky is a poor Italian boy from a poor Italian family, and he appreciates the buck more than almost anybody. He’s only got two halfway decent purses so far, and it was like a tiger tasting blood.
Rocky Marciano (1923-1969) was an American professional boxer and the only heavyweight champion to retire undefeated. Born Rocco Francis Marchegiano in Brockton, Massachusetts, Marciano began his boxing career after serving in the U.S. Army during World War II.
He turned professional in 1947 and quickly gained a reputation for his relentless fighting style, incredible stamina, and powerful punches.
Marciano won the world heavyweight title in 1952 by defeating Jersey Joe Walcott in a brutal 13-round bout. He successfully defended his title six times, including notable victories over legends like Joe Louis, Ezzard Charles, and Archie Moore. Known for his “never give up” attitude and ferocious knockout power, Marciano retired in 1956 with a perfect record of 49 wins, 43 by knockout.
Rocky Marciano remains an iconic figure in boxing history, celebrated for his tenacity and unwavering determination in the ring.
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