Former Champ Mate Parlov Passes Away at age 60

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Yugoslavian all-time great Mate Parlov has sadly passed away at the age of 60 on July 29 in a hospital in Pula, Croatia, where he resided. No cause of death have been announced but it is believed to be related to the lung cancer Parlov had been diagnosed with. Parlov was an outstanding amateur winning Olympic Gold at light heavyweight in 72, the European champ in 71 and 73 and World champ in 74. With around 300 amateur fights under his belt he turned pro in 75 and did very well although one might suspect he left his best days in the amateurs and Mate probably never could adjust his tricky, southpaw style to the pros. [details]

[Vladimir303]

He has done his (our) country proud.

R.i.P Mate Parlov

[SugarK]

Viva Parlov & Hrvatska!!!

Parlov was one of my heroes growing up and was a credit to the sport.He was very talented and would have been a multiple champion in todays boxing world.RIP Mate

[TysonJunior]

R.I.P.

http://vinovo.magnify.net/item/YFPHNNR75PG5Z254

Video details of some Mate Parlov fights (vs Cuello etc..)

[Silencers]

Rest in peace.

[T-97]

Rest in peace.

Seonded,

Rest in peace Mate Parlov.

[Sudo]

Rest in peace Mate.