From: NewNowNext
The sports world is still mourning the loss of Muhammad Ali, the great boxing champion who used his celebrity to speak his mind and address inequality.
Among those sharing words of praise and condolence were numerous LGBT athletes, who appreciated the path of athlete-activism that Ali blazed for them.
Former Olympian Caitlyn Jenner recalled Ali’s generosity.
Ali, you were generous every time I met you. Thank you for all you did for so many. Your memory will live on forever #Olympicgold #GOAT— Caitlyn Jenner (@Caitlyn_Jenner) June 4, 2016
Former basketball player Jason Collins, the first openly gay man in the NBA, commended him for being his authentic self.
He was unafraid to be his authentic self and in doing so became one of the greatest human beings ever. #RIPChamp pic.twitter.com/I21jf9y7ia— Jason Collins (@jasoncollins98) June 4, 2016
Billie Jean King echoed his words.
Thinking of #MuhammadAli and remembering a man who was not afraid to take a stand and who was committed to being his authentic self.— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) June 4, 2016
Michael Sam re-tweeted a comment from Mike Tyson.
God came for his champion. So long great one. @MuhammadAli #TheGreatest #RIP pic.twitter.com/jhXyqOuabi— Mike Tyson (@MikeTyson) June 4, 2016
Former NFLer Wade Davis commented as well.
Here's one of the first things you should read about #MuhammedAli by Dave Zirin. Really great. @EdgeofSports https://t.co/jPyuDq8E7L— Wade Davis II (@Wade_Davis28) June 4, 2016
In his prime, Ali shocked America with his skills in the ring and his refusal to be anything but a proud black man and Muslim—an act of rebellion in 1960s America.
He was outspoken about his political beliefs, famously refusing to be drafted into the Vietnam War and calling out racism in America. This past year, Ali released a statement attacking Donald Trump’s Islamophobia.
But tennis legend Martina Navratilova suggested Ali may have been exploited in his lifetime.
Muhammad Ali: Worshiped. Misunderstood. Exploited., -... https://t.co/Tuq1kOBUb9— Martina Navratilova (@Martina) June 4, 2016
While out boxer Orlando Cruz re-tweeted former promoter Felix Zabala.
Que en Paz Descanse el mejor boxeador de todos Los tiempos Ali, el Hombre que trajo Los Millones de Dolares al Boxeo, Gracias al Mas Grande!— Tuto Zabala, Jr. (@allstarboxing) June 4, 2016
“God rest the best fighter of all times, Ali, the man who brought millions of dollars to boxing. The greatest thanks!”
Muhammad Ali had the courage to be himself. His authenticity & outspokenness continues to inspire athlete activism. pic.twitter.com/PotwcpGP2W— Athlete Ally (@AthleteAlly) June 4, 2016
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