George Foreman: Muhammad Ali was greater than a boxer

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Former professional boxer George Foreman has paid tribute to Muhammad Ali, who has died aged 74. Ali was suffering from a respiratory illness, a condition that was complicated by Parkinson's disease. Foreman, who was beaten by Ali in the Rumble in the Jungle in 1974 said: "He was the greatest, forget about boxing, he was one of the greatest men”. He said “I loved the man. I wanted to beat him and knock him out but I loved him”. This clip is from 5 live Breakfast, Saturday 4 June 2016.