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The Fight That Defied Expectations | Boxing News
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On July 13, 2001, Micky Ward and Emanuel Augustus delivered a gritty, unforgettable battle at the Hampton Beach Casino that redefined what it means to fight with heart. Despite Augustus’s reputation for inconsistency and Ward’s age, the underdog stunned everyone with his fearless, off-kilter style, forcing Ward into a brutal, back-and-forth war. A ninth-round knockdown shifted momentum, but Augustus’s relentless pressure kept the fight close. In the end, Ward’s toughness and that one perfect hook earned him a unanimous decision — proving that greatness isn’t always about titles, but about the raw, unrelenting will to fight.
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