The thrill before the ‘Thrilla’: My two hours with Ali, 50 years ago
On October 1, 2025, the Philippines marks the 50th anniversary of one of the most iconic events in boxing history: the “Thrilla in Manila” heavyweight match between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier held in 1975 at the Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City. President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr., has even directed government agencies to support a nationwide