Famous Photo EXPLAINED 😮 (not what you think)

Prepare to be amazed as we delve into the intriguing story behind one of the most iconic images in sports history in this episode of the upbeat zone. Join us as we uncover the untold secrets and surprising details behind the Famous Photo EXPLAINED that captured the world's attention.

In this captivating analysis, we explore the legendary moment featuring boxing legend Muhammad Ali and the infamous phantom punch. Discover the truth behind the lens of acclaimed photographer Neil Leifer and unravel the mysteries surrounding this historic photograph.

From Muhammad Ali's monumental triumphs to the controversies that surrounded his career, this video provides a deep dive into the significance of this famous photo, shedding new light on its profound impact on sports history.

Don't miss out on this fascinating journey through time as we dissect the muhammad ali famous photo explained and uncover the hidden narratives within.

[PolitelyStoned]

he was actually taking a dive for the mob or something no one knows for who but everyone knows it was shady

[williewhite]

The mob gave Liston an offer he couldn't refuse.

[Saint_Ann]

"I saw that punch and it couldn't have crushed a grape." Sportswriter Jimmy Cannon

[charleshammer]

The MOST FAMOUS dive in Heavyweight History

[marcmann]

It's call: taking a fall. Liston was a bill collector for the Mafia.😉

[Thesage]

One of the “softest” knockout punches of all time.Liston must’ve been in some serious debt to the wrong people!

[dtumbellsun]

Nobody is gonna talk about the time traveling Danny DeVito photographer?

[chrismackay]

Even Liston's wife knew the fix was in and felt she had to come up with an excuse lol

[georgemallory]

"Phantom punch, " known to be a rigged fight, but unknown to Ali.

[jamesanthony]

Liston didn't want to take another beating like he did in the first fight. George Chuvalo, Canadian Heavyweight Champion, sitting at ringside said, "It was not kosher, it was a powder punch, not hard enough to keep a big powerful man like Liston down."

[martydavies]

Sonny Charles had a tragic life from the moment he was born. I have pity for him.

[charlesjackson]

That punch is called the anchor punch. Untelegraphed, it caught Liston coming in, following Ali in an undefensive posture. All Liston saw was Ali's glove filling up his face. Probably gave him a stinger and locked his whole back up.

[ronaldgreene]

Threats to his family and not knowing their whereabouts at the time of the fight. Not the first time in this sport when a lot of money is on the line

[Geez]

It's a well known fact Liston was owned by the mob. The mob cleaned up on this fight because nobody expected a young Cassius Clay to win.

[tamaking]

Muhammad Ali really shouted, "Get up and fight, sucka! Don't take money from the mob! Get up sucka!"

[royrj]

Definitely something fishy about that fight.

[dcdou]

Ali was faster and more skilled, but Liston had instrucctions from the mob, maybe his own money was being gambled too

[hulky]

He said: "Get up and fight me dont take the money from the mob!" because he knew the could beat fair and square😂

[danjames]

Ali knew it looked bad and people would suss it was a fixed fight .

[patrickcomer]

Mr Liston didn’t want to wind up a punching bag like the last fight so he took an easy way out.. makes sense he did the right thing..