Marciano was an idol in a simpler era, when professional athletes were heroes and sportswriters were complicit in building legends rather than exposing them. To the public, all that really mattered was that Rocky had 49 wins in 49 fights… — Thomas Hauser Copy Share Image
To make it big, a fighter needs power. Otherwise, sooner or later, he'll fall victim to opponents who force the issue and take two… — Thomas Hauser Copy Share
Unlike most sports playing fields, a boxing ring is a temporary structure. — Thomas Hauser Copy Share
There's a difference between world-class fighters and club fighters. It's similar to the distinction between a Grammy Award nominee and a guy who sings… — Thomas Hauser Copy Share
I'm sure there is an infinite number of men who Ann Wolfe can knock out. I'm one of them. — Thomas Hauser Copy Share
Women's boxing has received a major boost from the success of 'Million Dollar Baby.' — Thomas Hauser Copy Share
Publishing is a business. It's about squeezing every last dollar out of every available source, and the most vulnerable source is the author. No… — Thomas Hauser Copy Share
The ultimate goal of any athlete in any sport is to become a true world champion. — Thomas Hauser Copy Share
The bloodsuckers around Tyson are always looking for one more payday, and some people will always be willing to pay to see Iron Mike… — Thomas Hauser Copy Share
For thousands of years, the most physically imposing buildings on earth were temples, churches, and mosques. But in the 20th century, new houses of… — Thomas Hauser Copy Share
Being a good police officer is one of the most difficult, dangerous, idealistic jobs in the world. — Thomas Hauser Copy Share
Professional fights between men and women send the message that violence between men and women is appropriate. In most homes, that's not a fair… — Thomas Hauser Copy Share
Most major sports benefit from the fact that betting by the general public fuels fan interest and boosts television ratings. The Super Bowl and… — Thomas Hauser Copy Share
Every time a fighter steps into the ring, he's borrowing against his future well-being. — Thomas Hauser Copy Share
