WBC Family wishes Leon Spinks a speedy recovery

Ever popular and greatly admired Leon “Neon” Spinks has another battle on his hands, as he`s being treated for an abdominal ailment in the Veterans Hospital, Las Vegas.

Due to the Pandemic and its medical rules, Leon`s family is not allowed to constantly be at his bedside, but adored Wife Brenda is visiting him today, to bolster him with the love of everyone including his many fans from every corner of the Globe.

Leon and brother Michael famously and splendidly won Light heavyweight and middleweight Gold Medals, at the Montreal Olympics in 1976. For the previous three years Leon had served his Country in the Marine Corps. Both brothers went on to become heavyweight champions of the world as professionals.

In only his eighth professional fight, Leon accomplished what many experts considered utterly impossible. He shook up and upturned the world by defeating the Greatest Muhammad Ali, via split decision, winning the undisputed crown. One of the greatest surprises in the long history of boxing, it will forever be cherished as a staggering achievement, involving supreme willpower and self belief.

Leon`s distinguished pro career spanned 1977-95. In more recent times Leon has become a member of the Jose Sulaiman Fund. We always look after one of our very own. Leon is an extremely popular and respected guest at WBC Conventions, where fans gravitate towards him due to his kindness, class and wonderful capacity for the generosity of friendship. An all time Champion and a true Gentleman. Greatness runs in the family, because Leon`s son Cory won the undisputed welterweight championship.

Dear Champ, WBC Cares and every single person in the WBC Family of one hundred and sixty six nations are with you heart and soul in your corner. You are our Champion and we stand with you at this difficult time, as you show your, bravery, fortitude and the battling spirit which you used to become a superstar.

The world of boxing unites in prayer for the prompt recovery of our dear champion and the moral support and strength to his wife Brenda.