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 1 day ago
Merry Christmas and best wishes for the New Year to all.
mokspr Premium Member 1 day ago
Ah yes, that famed “stiff upper lip” the British are known for.
Durak Premium Member 1 day ago
Good thing nothing that stupid would EVER happen in politics!
brklnbern 1 day ago
Yes unusual, but have to wonder if this referred to some then current controversy.
brklnbern 1 day ago
Obvious commentary on overpaid pampered athletes. Far worse now.
CleverHans Premium Member about 21 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…