Lyle in The Media and Popular Culture
Ron Lyle appeared in the film 'Facing Ali', a 2009 documentary, where he discusses his life and career. About his fight against Ali, when referee Fredy Nunez stopped the fight he said "I could not believe it you know, I am ahead on all scorecards. Am I bitter? Forget about it, I never took it personal. If there don't be for Ali, you think you would be sitting here talking to Ron Lyle? About what?"
During this documentary he revealed that, during his stint in prison, where he received one meal a day consisting of a bowl of spinach, he passed time by doing up to 1.000 push-ups a day.
| Sporting positions | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Earnie Shavers |
United States Amateur Heavyweight Champion 1970 |
Succeeded by Duane Bobick |
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