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Alexis Arguello: 1952-2009
Alexis Arguello: 1952-2009
The former boxing great reportedly committed suicide in Nicaraguan. He is best remembered for his legendary fights with Aaron Pryor, both of which he lost. Arguello won titles in three divisions and was known as one of the hardest punchers in the lighter weight divisions.Fanhouse.com
Video: Alexis Arguello Tribute
Video: Alexis Arguello Tribute
mrfactoidssportsworld.blogspot.com — It saddened me to hear that Alexis Arguello passed away yesterday. The former world champion, who was... known as "The Explosive Thin Man" was found dead at his home in Managua, Nicaragua. Arguello suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the chest according to reports.Arguello was one of the best jr. ... (more) Video: Alexis Arguello Tribute
Linked And Loaded - Thursday 7/2
Linked And Loaded - Thursday 7/2
paneech.com — Alexis Arguello, Aaron Pryor, Ken Griffey Jr., and much more...... (more) Linked And Loaded - Thursday 7/2
Alexis Arguello, 1952-2009
Alexis Arguello, 1952-2009
sportingnews.com — What Manny Pacquiao is to the Philippines, what Julio Cesar Chavez is to Mexico, so Alexis Arguello... is to Nicaragua, a boxer who transcended sport to become a fighting symbol of the collective heart of his people. He fought Ruben Olivares, he fought ... (more) Alexis Arguello, 1952-2009
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