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Legendary boxer George Lugano's fall from grace was hastened by alcohol

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When he rushed us through his life history as national and international featherweight boxing champion, he was bubbling with pride, thanks to his successes as a retired pugilist.

For his exploits, he travelled far and wide and he does not regret having preferred boxing to becoming a pilot, which would similarly have taken him to many corners of the globe.

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