An age (52) of reasons why Larry won’t lose ** Holmes is where the heart is, and the talent, and the experience…
By Andre D. Williams ·
Former heavyweight champion Larry Holmes, 52, who’s far from a sculpted piece of boxing art himself, has said that his scheduled 10-round bout against Eric “Butterbean” Esch Saturday night at the Scope in Norfolk, Va. will be his last fight. He had been looking for a promoter…
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