Ray Leonard Autographs
Ray Leonard, born on May 17, 1956, in Wilmington, North Carolina, is hailed as one of the greatest boxers in the history of the sport. Known for his extraordinary speed, technical skill, and charisma, Leonard first gained national attention in the 1976 Olympics, where he won a gold medal in the light welterweight division. This victory marked the beginning of a legendary professional career that would span over two decades, transforming him into a household name in American sports. Leonard's decision to turn professional shortly afterward was met with excitement, and he quickly became known as "Sugar Ray," a tribute to the famous boxing icon Sugar Ray Robinson.
Throughout his career, Leonard competed in multiple weight classes, earning world championships in five divisions: welterweight, light middleweight, middleweight, super middleweight, and even light heavyweight. His iconic matches against formidable opponents such as Roberto Durán, Thomas Hearns, and Marvin Hagler became legendary in the annals of boxing history. The dramatic "Fight of the Century" against Durán in 1980, where Leonard famously yelled "No Mas" to signal his opponent's refusal to continue, showcased not only his resilience but also the intense rivalries that defined an era in professional boxing. Leonard's ability to adapt his strategy mid-fight and his flashy boxing style captivated fans, making him a cornerstone of the sport in the 1980s.
Leonard's career was marked not only by victories but also by a series of comebacks that kept fans engaged and eager for more. After initially retiring in 1982, he returned to the ring in 1984 to capture the WBC middleweight title from Marvin Hagler in a stunning upset, solidifying his legacy as a true champion. His final fight came in 1997, but Leonard remained a prominent figure in the boxing community as a commentator and advocate for the sport. His impact goes beyond his accolades in the ring; Ray Leonard has inspired many with his pursuit of excellence, integrity, and resilience, making him a celebrated figure in American sports history.
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Current items with a signature of Ray Leonard
These are the most current items with a signature of Ray Leonard that were listed on eBay and on other online stores - click here for more items.
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![]() | Ray Leonard Autograph Nameplate For A Signed Boxing Glove, Trunks, Photo 1.5 X 8 | $12.00 | ![]() |
Traded items with a signature of Ray Leonard
The most expensive item with a signature of Ray Leonard (SUGAR RAY LEONARD & THOMAS HITMAN HEARNS AUTOGRAPHED FULL SIZED WBC BELT (PSA)) was sold in June 2020 for $799.99 while the cheapest item (Team Sugar Ray Leonard Boxing Signed Shirt Size XXL New With Tag) found a new owner for $0.99 in November 2020. The month with the most items sold (38) was July 2020 with an average selling price of $54.44 for an autographed item of Ray Leonard. Sold items reached their highest average selling price in June 2023 with $335.00 and the month that saw the lowest prices with $2.66 was November 2021. In average, an autographed item from Ray Leonard is worth $45.00.
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Latest News about Ray Leonard
Arum: Crawford is Best Welterweight Since Sugar Ray Leonard (01/15/2019): Amir Khan will challenge the outstanding WBO welterweight champion Terence Crawford on April 20. The 32-year-old rejected terms to finally meet his rival Kell Brook to instead pursue one of the world's finest fighters and what could prove his defining fight at either Las Vegas' MGM Grand or Madison Ray Leonard vs GGG @ 160 (01/15/2019): Who wins?? \nLeonard was much smaller than GGG but still managed to go up to higher divisions.
The Jim Rome Show: Sugar Ray Leonard talks proudest boxing moment (12/14/2018): 6-time World Champion boxer Sugar Ray Leonard calls Jim Rome to discuss his proudest boxing moment fighting Tommy Hearns.