In 1978 he lost his title to Leon Spinks , a novice boxer with an Olympic gold medal but only seven professional fights to his credit .
The final performances of Ali 's ring career were sad to behold .
In 1978 Ali lost Ali 's title to Leon Spinks , a novice boxer with an Olympic gold medal but only seven professional fights to his credit .
The final performances of Ali 's ring career were sad to behold .