RIP Marvelous Marvin Hagler, who gave us the greatest Round 1 in the history of boxing
The legendary middleweight champion passed away, according to a Facebook post from his wife, Kay.
On Saturday evening, Marvelous Marvin Hagler’s wife announced to social media that the legendary boxer had passed away at the age of 66.
“Today unfortunately my beloved husband Marvelous Marvin passed away unexpectedly at his home here in New Hampshire,” Kay G. Hagler wrote to his official Facebook page.
“Our family requests that you respect our privacy during this difficult time.”
Hagler was the undisputed middleweight champion from 1980 to 1987, an incredible run that saw him successfully defend his title 12 times. His 52 knockouts in 67 career fights (78%) remains a high mark for middleweight champions.
Hagler, who legally changed his name to Marvelous Marvin, will perhaps best be remembered for what many people consider the greatest boxing round in history, his first round against Tommy Hearns in 1985.
Entering the bout, it was being billed as “The Fight.” Afterwards, it was renamed “The War.” Watching the highlights will show you why.
RIP to Marvelous Marvin.