I don’t follow boxing, but I was curious about this reference. Looks like 1974 was an active year for Muhammad Ali, and he bested several well-known opponents in fights like the “Rumble in the Jungle.” The phrase “I was robbed” seems to turn up frequently in boxing, including some recent examples, but I didn’t see one listed for 1974. My guess is that this strip reflected the general trend of big-name fights that year with big purses and sore losers.
So, pro sports is pretty much the same 50 years ago as it is now…
Spiffy 1 day ago
… to a YouTuber.
cracker65 1 day ago
That’s so not funny.
sandpiper about 24 hours ago
Merry Christmas and best wishes for the New Year to all.
mokspr Premium Member about 22 hours ago
Ah yes, that famed “stiff upper lip” the British are known for.
Durak Premium Member about 15 hours ago
Good thing nothing that stupid would EVER happen in politics!
brklnbern about 14 hours ago
Yes unusual, but have to wonder if this referred to some then current controversy.
brklnbern about 14 hours ago
Obvious commentary on overpaid pampered athletes. Far worse now.
CleverHans Premium Member about 10 hours ago
I don’t follow boxing, but I was curious about this reference. Looks like 1974 was an active year for Muhammad Ali, and he bested several well-known opponents in fights like the “Rumble in the Jungle.” The phrase “I was robbed” seems to turn up frequently in boxing, including some recent examples, but I didn’t see one listed for 1974. My guess is that this strip reflected the general trend of big-name fights that year with big purses and sore losers.
So, pro sports is pretty much the same 50 years ago as it is now…